Climate of Tochigi Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Tochigi Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tochigi Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 0.2°C / 32.4°F in January to 23.3°C / 73.9°F in August, with rainfall from 45 mm / 1.8 in to 209 mm / 8.2 in depending on the season (1451 mm / 57.1 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 | 0.2°C32.4°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Snowy |
| February | 0.5°C32.9°F | 59 mm2.3″ | Snowy |
| March | 3.4°C38.1°F | 82 mm3.2″ | — |
| April | 9.5°C49.1°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| May | 14.4°C57.9°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
| June | 18°C64.4°F | 177 mm7″ | — |
| July | 21.8°C71.2°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
| August | 23.3°C73.9°F | 203 mm8″ | — |
| September | 19.2°C66.6°F | 209 mm8.2″ | — |
| October | 13.4°C56.1°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| November | 7.8°C46°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| December | 2.8°C37°F | 45 mm1.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tochigi Prefecture?
Tochigi Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 23.3°C / 73.9°F, and the driest is January at 45 mm / 1.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Tochigi Prefecture?
Tochigi Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 0.2°C / 32.4°F in January to 23.3°C / 73.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1451 mm / 57.1 in, with the wettest month being September (209 mm / 8.2 in) and the driest January (45 mm / 1.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tochigi Prefecture?
The hottest month in Tochigi Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.3°C / 73.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Tochigi Prefecture?
The coldest month in Tochigi Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 0.2°C / 32.4°F.
When does it rain most in Tochigi Prefecture?
The wettest month in Tochigi Prefecture is September, averaging about 209 mm / 8.2 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 45 mm / 1.8 in.