Climate Overview
The climate in Hongō is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 1667mm of precipitation falls per year. Hongō receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hongō 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 5°C.
Temperature
Temperatures in Hongō vary considerably across the year, with a 24°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hongō is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1667mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 139mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 204mm of rainfall. September and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 79mm. That's 125mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Hongō is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 24km/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 26km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 21km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h 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 25km/h in winter, 25km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 23km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Hongō, which began on March 20, 2026. Hongō 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 5°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 9 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 466mm across the season with a monthly average of 155mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 13 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 538mm across the season with a monthly average of 179mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 5 to 13°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 247mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/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 Hongō 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. 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.