Akashi, Hyōgo Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Akashi, Hyōgo gets 1167 mm of precipitation a year over about 93 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Akashi climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Akashi, Hyōgo has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in August. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Akashi get?

Akashi gets 1167 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 93 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 87% of Japan.

July is the wettest month, with 172 mm. January is the driest, with 35 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to January 12, 2023.

Akashi weather by month

Akashi weather in January

In January, Akashi averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -5°C (1997).

Akashi weather in February

In February, Akashi averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2010) and the record low is -7°C (1981).

Akashi weather in March

In March, Akashi averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (1977).

Akashi weather in April

In April, Akashi averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (1998) and the record low is -1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Akashi weather in May

In May, Akashi averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (1998) and the record low is 7°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Akashi weather in June

In June, Akashi averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 163 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2013) and the record low is 11°C (1981).

Akashi weather in July

In July, Akashi averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2002) and the record low is 17°C (1982).

Akashi weather in August

In August, Akashi averages a high of 32°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 17°C (1981).

Akashi weather in September

In September, Akashi averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 142 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2024) and the record low is 12°C (1981).

Akashi weather in October

In October, Akashi averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2013) and the record low is 6°C (1982). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Akashi weather in November

In November, Akashi averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (1977) and the record low is 0°C (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Akashi weather in December

In December, Akashi averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Akashi

December is the sunniest month in Akashi, with sunshine about 58% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 26%. Over the year the sun shines about 43% of daylight hours. Akashi is sunnier than 88% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 81% and is lowest in April at 67%.

Akashi has about 27 days a year above 32°C. Akashi is hotter than 72% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Akashi

The first fall freeze in Akashi typically comes around December 20, and the last spring freeze around March 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 294 days.

Akashi weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Akashi station is 39°C, on August 8, 1994. The coldest is -7°C, on February 27, 1981.

The wettest day on record brought 201 mm of rain, on July 18, 2015.

41 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Akashi

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 3°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 16°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January35 mm670%50%-11°18°-5°
February50 mm768%48%-12°21°-7°
March88 mm969%43%-12°23°-5°
April90 mm867%40%-10°28°-1°
May119 mm871%35%-8°32°
June163 mm1178%26%-6°36°11°
July172 mm1081%29%-3°38°17°
August98 mm678%39%-2°39°17°
September142 mm976%37%-3°36°12°
October108 mm771%50%-4°32°
November59 mm671%56%-7°26°
December43 mm668%58%-9°23°-3°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Akashi climate questions

How much rain does Akashi get?

Akashi gets 1167 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 93 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Akashi?

July is the wettest month in Akashi, with 172 mm. January is the driest, with 35 mm.

How many rainy days does Akashi have a year?

Akashi has about 93 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Akashi?

August is the warmest month in Akashi, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Akashi?

January is the coldest month in Akashi, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Akashi?

The record high at the Akashi station is 39°C, set on August 8, 1994. The record low is -7°C, on February 27, 1981.

What is the sunniest month in Akashi?

December is the sunniest month in Akashi, with sunshine about 58% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Akashi?

The first fall freeze in Akashi typically comes around December 20. The last spring freeze is around March 1.

What is the best time to visit Akashi?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KOBE (20 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KOBE.