Climate Insights for Niigata

The climate in Niigata is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,962 mm of precipitation falls per year. Niigata receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Niigata 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 106cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Niigata is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 77.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Niigata receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Niigata 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 February, January, December, when temperatures can drop to 38°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 42in accumulating over the season.

Temperatures in Niigata 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 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 5°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Niigata vary considerably across the year, with a 47°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 81°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 38°F and an average of 41°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 11°F shift in average temperatures.

Niigata is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,962 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 163 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 236 mm of rainfall. July and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 108 mm. That's 128 mm less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 106cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 55cm.Niigata is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 77.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.4 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 9.3 in of rainfall. July and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 4.3 in. That's 5 in less than December, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 42in accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 22in.

Niigata 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 December, averaging 23km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 12km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 22km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 16km/h in autumn.Niigata is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 10mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 14mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 7mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14mph in winter, 9mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Niigata 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Niigata 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.