Climate Insights for Miyazaki
Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan
Climate Overview
The climate in Miyazaki is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 2,239 mm of precipitation falls per year. Miyazaki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Miyazaki 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 8°C.The climate in Miyazaki is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 88.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Miyazaki receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Miyazaki 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 46°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Miyazaki vary considerably across the year, with a 21°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 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 10°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.Temperatures in Miyazaki vary considerably across the year, with a 39°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 85°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 46°F and an average of 50°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Miyazaki is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,239 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 187 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 340 mm of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 60 mm. That's 280 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Miyazaki is a very wet location, receiving approximately 88.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.4 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 13.4 in of rainfall. September and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 2.4 in. That's 11 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Miyazaki is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 11km/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.Miyazaki is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Miyazaki is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 94 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Miyazaki is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.7 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 85°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 46°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Miyazaki 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Miyazaki based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.