Climate of Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Shizuoka Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Shizuoka Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.3°C / 37.9°F in January to 24.3°C / 75.7°F in August, with rainfall from 62 mm / 2.4 in to 265 mm / 10.4 in depending on the season (1997 mm / 78.6 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 | 3.3°C37.9°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| February | 3.6°C38.5°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| March | 6.7°C44.1°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
| April | 11.9°C53.4°F | 181 mm7.1″ | — |
| May | 16.1°C61°F | 189 mm7.4″ | — |
| June | 19.4°C66.9°F | 265 mm10.4″ | — |
| July | 23°C73.4°F | 223 mm8.8″ | — |
| August | 24.3°C75.7°F | 241 mm9.5″ | — |
| September | 21.1°C70°F | 251 mm9.9″ | — |
| October | 15.8°C60.4°F | 179 mm7″ | — |
| November | 10.9°C51.6°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| December | 5.9°C42.6°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Shizuoka Prefecture?
Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 24.3°C / 75.7°F, and the driest is December at 62 mm / 2.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Shizuoka Prefecture?
Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.3°C / 37.9°F in January to 24.3°C / 75.7°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1997 mm / 78.6 in, with the wettest month being June (265 mm / 10.4 in) and the driest December (62 mm / 2.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Shizuoka Prefecture?
The hottest month in Shizuoka Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.3°C / 75.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Shizuoka Prefecture?
The coldest month in Shizuoka Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.3°C / 37.9°F.
When does it rain most in Shizuoka Prefecture?
The wettest month in Shizuoka Prefecture is June, averaging about 265 mm / 10.4 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 62 mm / 2.4 in.