Climate Overview
The climate in Kitakami is cool. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1340mm of precipitation falls per year. Kitakami receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Kitakami 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 -5°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 191cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Kitakami vary considerably across the year, with a 31°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -5°C and the daily average is -1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Kitakami is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1340mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 176mm of rainfall. July and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is November, with just 50mm. That's 127mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 191cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 57cm.
Wind
Kitakami is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
93 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Kitakami, which began on June 21, 2026. Kitakami 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 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -5°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 316mm across the season with a monthly average of 105mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 14 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 481mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 329mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Expect around 8cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -5 to 3°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 214mm for the season, averaging 71mm per month. Expect around 139cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kitakami 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.
