Climate Overview
The climate in Shizunai-furukawachō is cool. The average annual temperature is 7°C and approximately 1433mm of precipitation falls per year. Shizunai-furukawachō receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Shizunai-furukawachō 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 -8°C. Shizunai-furukawachō experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Shizunai-furukawachō vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 20°C. The coldest month is February, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Shizunai-furukawachō is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1433mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 204mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 61mm. That's 143mm 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. Shizunai-furukawachō receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 250cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is February, with approximately 57cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Shizunai-furukawachō is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/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. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 2km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.
Seasons
3 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Shizunai-furukawachō, which began on March 20, 2026. Shizunai-furukawachō 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 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in February near -8°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -2 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 305mm across the season with a monthly average of 102mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 493mm across the season with a monthly average of 164mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 403mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Expect around 21cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -8 to 0°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 233mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Expect around 162cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/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 Shizunai-furukawachō 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.
