Climate Overview
The climate in Kitagawa is temperate. The average annual temperature is 17°C and approximately 2638mm of precipitation falls per year. Kitagawa receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kitagawa 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.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kitagawa vary considerably across the year, with a 25°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 4°C and an average of 7°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kitagawa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2638mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 220mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 392mm of rainfall. June and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 80mm. That's 312mm 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.
Wind
Kitagawa is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Kitagawa, which began on March 20, 2026. Kitagawa 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 4°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 8 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 657mm across the season with a monthly average of 219mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/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 1098mm across the season with a monthly average of 366mm. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 12 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 620mm across the season with a monthly average of 207mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 4 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 263mm for the season, averaging 88mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 17km/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 Kitagawa 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.
