Climate Overview
The climate in Gōtsuchō is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1788mm of precipitation falls per year. Gōtsuchō receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gōtsuchō 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 4°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gōtsuchō vary considerably across the year, with a 26°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 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gōtsuchō is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1788mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 149mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 267mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 97mm. That's 169mm less than July, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 33cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 15cm.
Wind
Gōtsuchō is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 20km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 16km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/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 23km/h in winter, 20km/h in spring, 17km/h in summer, 19km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Gōtsuchō, which began on March 20, 2026. Gōtsuchō 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 4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 7 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 366mm across the season with a monthly average of 122mm. Winds are moderate at around 20km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 20 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 671mm across the season with a monthly average of 224mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 11 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 409mm across the season with a monthly average of 136mm. Winds are moderate at around 19km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 4 to 10°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 343mm across the season with a monthly average of 114mm. Expect around 32cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gōtsuchō 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.