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Kagoshima weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kagoshima
Spring and autumn are mild and clear. June is rainy, Jul–Aug hot and humid, and typhoons peak Aug–Sep. Winters are mild; volcanic ash falls on some days.
Kagoshima weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°85 mm
- Feb14°125 mm
- Mar17°158 mm
- Apr21°184 mm
- May24°226 mm
- Jun26°550 mm
- Jul30°378 mm
- Aug31°228 mm
- Sep29°296 mm
- Oct25°154 mm
- Nov20°127 mm
- Dec15°101 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C54°F | 6°C43°F | 85 mm | 77% | Cool |
| February | 14°C57°F | 7°C45°F | 125 mm | 76% | Cool |
| March | 17°C62°F | 10°C49°F | 158 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 21°C69°F | 14°C56°F | 184 mm | 76% | Rainy |
| May | 24°C76°F | 18°C64°F | 226 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| June | 26°C80°F | 22°C71°F | 550 mm | 85% | Very wet |
| July | 30°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 378 mm | 86% | Very wet |
| August | 31°C87°F | 26°C79°F | 228 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 24°C74°F | 296 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| October | 25°C76°F | 18°C65°F | 154 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C67°F | 14°C56°F | 127 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 15°C58°F | 8°C47°F | 101 mm | 77% | Cool |
Best months across Japan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Kyoto | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Osaka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Hiroshima | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Nara | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Sapporo | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Okinawa | Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakone | Apr–May, Oct–Dec | Aug (24°C) |
| Fukuoka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Kawaguchiko | Oct–Feb | Aug (26°C) |
| Niseko | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Aug (24°C) |
| Yokohama | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kanazawa | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Takayama | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Nagoya | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Nikko | May, Jul–Aug, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Kamakura | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kobe | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakuba | Jan–Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Ishigaki | Apr–May, Jul, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Nagasaki | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Shirakawa-go | Feb, May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Miyakojima | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Hakodate | Jun–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Otaru | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Beppu | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Matsumoto | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Koyasan | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (27°C) |
| Furano | Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug | Aug (25°C) |
| Kagoshima | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kagoshima?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Spring and autumn are mild and clear. June is rainy, Jul–Aug hot and humid, and typhoons peak Aug–Sep. Winters are mild; volcanic ash falls on some days.
When is the rainy season in Kagoshima?
Rain peaks in June with about 550 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Kagoshima?
August, with average highs of 31°C (87°F).
How cold does Kagoshima get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 6°C (43°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Travel Kagoshima (prefectural tourism)
- Kagoshima City Transportation Bureau
- Kagoshima Airport
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.