Climate Overview
The climate in Hida is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 2314mm of precipitation falls per year. Hida receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hida 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 -6°C. Hida experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Hida vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hida is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2314mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 193mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 318mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 138mm. That's 179mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Hida receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 286cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 87cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Hida 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 April, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/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 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 10km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Hida, which began on March 20, 2026. Hida 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 531mm across the season with a monthly average of 177mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 14 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 762mm across the season with a monthly average of 254mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 555mm across the season with a monthly average of 185mm. Expect around 12cm 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 -6 to 4°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 467mm across the season with a monthly average of 156mm. Expect around 219cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/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 Hida 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.