Climate of Ōita Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Ōita Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Ōita Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.2°C / 37.8°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in August, with rainfall from 56 mm / 2.2 in to 354 mm / 13.9 in depending on the season (2067 mm / 81.4 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 | 3.2°C37.8°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| February | 3.8°C38.8°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| March | 7°C44.6°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| April | 12.3°C54.1°F | 175 mm6.9″ | — |
| May | 16.5°C61.7°F | 197 mm7.8″ | — |
| June | 20.1°C68.2°F | 332 mm13.1″ | — |
| July | 24°C75.2°F | 354 mm13.9″ | — |
| August | 24.8°C76.6°F | 233 mm9.2″ | — |
| September | 21.4°C70.5°F | 241 mm9.5″ | — |
| October | 16.1°C61°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| November | 10.8°C51.4°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| December | 5.6°C42.1°F | 56 mm2.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ōita Prefecture?
Ōita Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is December at 56 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Ōita Prefecture?
Ōita Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.2°C / 37.8°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 2067 mm / 81.4 in, with the wettest month being July (354 mm / 13.9 in) and the driest December (56 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Ōita Prefecture?
The hottest month in Ōita Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Ōita Prefecture?
The coldest month in Ōita Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.2°C / 37.8°F.
When does it rain most in Ōita Prefecture?
The wettest month in Ōita Prefecture is July, averaging about 354 mm / 13.9 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 56 mm / 2.2 in.