Climate Overview
The climate in Akita Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 1822mm of precipitation falls per year. Akita Airport receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Akita Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Akita Airport experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Akita Airport vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Akita Airport is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1822mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 152mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 197mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 117mm. That's 80mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Akita Airport receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 274cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 91cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Akita Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
87 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Akita Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Akita Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -1°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 360mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 17 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 515mm across the season with a monthly average of 172mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 6 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 476mm across the season with a monthly average of 159mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 471mm across the season with a monthly average of 157mm. Expect around 240cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Akita Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
