Climate Overview
The climate in Honjō is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 2420mm of precipitation falls per year. Honjō receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Honjō 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.
Temperature
Temperatures in Honjō 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 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 9°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Honjō is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2420mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 202mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 374mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 80mm. That's 294mm less than September, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Honjō is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Honjō, which began on June 21, 2026. Honjō 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 10 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 565mm across the season with a monthly average of 188mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 849mm across the season with a monthly average of 283mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 14 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 721mm across the season with a monthly average of 240mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 6 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 284mm for the season, averaging 95mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Honjō 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.
