Climate of Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Kanagawa Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kanagawa Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.4°C / 39.9°F in January to 25.4°C / 77.7°F in August, with rainfall from 50 mm / 2 in to 220 mm / 8.7 in depending on the season (1657 mm / 65.2 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 4.4°C39.9°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| February | 4.7°C40.5°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| March | 7.4°C45.3°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| April | 12.9°C55.2°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| May | 17.2°C63°F | 152 mm6″ | — |
| June | 20.3°C68.5°F | 213 mm8.4″ | — |
| July | 23.9°C75°F | 165 mm6.5″ | — |
| August | 25.4°C77.7°F | 201 mm7.9″ | — |
| September | 21.9°C71.4°F | 220 mm8.7″ | — |
| October | 16.5°C61.7°F | 184 mm7.2″ | — |
| November | 11.6°C52.9°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| December | 6.9°C44.4°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kanagawa Prefecture?
Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 25.4°C / 77.7°F, and the driest is December at 50 mm / 2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kanagawa Prefecture?
Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.4°C / 39.9°F in January to 25.4°C / 77.7°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1657 mm / 65.2 in, with the wettest month being September (220 mm / 8.7 in) and the driest December (50 mm / 2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kanagawa Prefecture?
The hottest month in Kanagawa Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.4°C / 77.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Kanagawa Prefecture?
The coldest month in Kanagawa Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.4°C / 39.9°F.
When does it rain most in Kanagawa Prefecture?
The wettest month in Kanagawa Prefecture is September, averaging about 220 mm / 8.7 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 50 mm / 2 in.