Climate of Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Ishikawa Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ishikawa Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1°C / 33.8°F in January to 24.6°C / 76.3°F in August, with rainfall from 135 mm / 5.3 in to 245 mm / 9.6 in depending on the season (2137 mm / 84.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C33.8°F | 199 mm7.8″ | Snowy |
| February | 1°C33.8°F | 144 mm5.7″ | Snowy |
| March | 4°C39.2°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| April | 10.1°C50.2°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| May | 14.9°C58.8°F | 142 mm5.6″ | — |
| June | 18.9°C66°F | 191 mm7.5″ | — |
| July | 23.2°C73.8°F | 217 mm8.5″ | — |
| August | 24.6°C76.3°F | 170 mm6.7″ | — |
| September | 20.3°C68.5°F | 245 mm9.6″ | — |
| October | 14.5°C58.1°F | 160 mm6.3″ | — |
| November | 9.1°C48.4°F | 190 mm7.5″ | — |
| December | 4°C39.2°F | 209 mm8.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ishikawa Prefecture?
Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 24.6°C / 76.3°F, and the driest is March at 135 mm / 5.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Ishikawa Prefecture?
Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1°C / 33.8°F in January to 24.6°C / 76.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 2137 mm / 84.1 in, with the wettest month being September (245 mm / 9.6 in) and the driest March (135 mm / 5.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ishikawa Prefecture?
The hottest month in Ishikawa Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.6°C / 76.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Ishikawa Prefecture?
The coldest month in Ishikawa Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1°C / 33.8°F.
When does it rain most in Ishikawa Prefecture?
The wettest month in Ishikawa Prefecture is September, averaging about 245 mm / 9.6 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 135 mm / 5.3 in.