Climate of Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Kagoshima Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kagoshima Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6°C / 42.8°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in August, with rainfall from 86 mm / 3.4 in to 443 mm / 17.4 in depending on the season (2506 mm / 98.7 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 | 6°C42.8°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| February | 7°C44.6°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| March | 10.2°C50.4°F | 173 mm6.8″ | — |
| April | 14.8°C58.6°F | 232 mm9.1″ | — |
| May | 18.5°C65.3°F | 272 mm10.7″ | — |
| June | 21.9°C71.4°F | 443 mm17.4″ | — |
| July | 25.6°C78.1°F | 354 mm13.9″ | — |
| August | 26°C78.8°F | 256 mm10.1″ | — |
| September | 23.3°C73.9°F | 234 mm9.2″ | — |
| October | 18.6°C65.5°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| November | 13.4°C56.1°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| December | 8.2°C46.8°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kagoshima Prefecture?
Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 26°C / 78.8°F, and the driest is December at 86 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kagoshima Prefecture?
Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6°C / 42.8°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 2506 mm / 98.7 in, with the wettest month being June (443 mm / 17.4 in) and the driest December (86 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kagoshima Prefecture?
The hottest month in Kagoshima Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 26°C / 78.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Kagoshima Prefecture?
The coldest month in Kagoshima Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 6°C / 42.8°F.
When does it rain most in Kagoshima Prefecture?
The wettest month in Kagoshima Prefecture is June, averaging about 443 mm / 17.4 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 86 mm / 3.4 in.