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Akita, Akita Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Akita, Akita?
Akita, Akita gets 1680 mm of precipitation a year over about 178 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Akita, Akita has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 29°C in August. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -2° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 19° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 10° | 19° |
How much rain does Akita get?
Akita gets 1680 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 178 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 98% of Japan.
July is the wettest month, with 188 mm. March is the driest, with 99 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 23.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 11 days, to May 26, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Akita got 3829 mm of rain, against a normal of 1680 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 1824 mm.
Akita weather by month
Akita weather in January
In January, Akita averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 134 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 13°C (1995) and the record low is -12°C (1981).
Akita weather in February
In February, Akita averages a high of 4°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 20°C (2010) and the record low is -12°C (1976).
Akita weather in March
In March, Akita averages a high of 8°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 21°C (2004) and the record low is -10°C (1986).
Akita weather in April
In April, Akita averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 100 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2015) and the record low is -4°C (1984).
Akita weather in May
In May, Akita averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 32°C (1994) and the record low is 1°C (1987). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Akita weather in June
In June, Akita averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 33°C (2025) and the record low is 6°C (1983). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Akita weather in July
In July, Akita averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 188 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2000) and the record low is 9°C (1976).
Akita weather in August
In August, Akita averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (1978) and the record low is 13°C (1976).
Akita weather in September
In September, Akita averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 156 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2012) and the record low is 7°C (2001). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Akita weather in October
In October, Akita averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 160 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 30°C (2018) and the record low is 1°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Akita weather in November
In November, Akita averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 176 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (2003) and the record low is -4°C (1998).
Akita weather in December
In December, Akita averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 162 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (1990) and the record low is -10°C (1987).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Akita
April is the sunniest month in Akita, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 23%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 33% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Akita is cloudier than 87% of Japan.
Humidity peaks in July at 85% and is lowest in March at 69%.
Akita has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Akita is cooler than 74% of Japan.
First and last freeze in Akita
The first fall freeze in Akita typically comes around November 25, and the last spring freeze around April 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 232 days.
Akita weather records
These records cover AKITA during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Akita station is 38°C, on August 3, 1978. The coldest is -12°C, on January 29, 1974.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 425 mm of precipitation, on September 3, 2026.
49 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Akita
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -2°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 19°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 10°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3° | 3° | 134 mm | 23 | 73% | 23% | 13° | -12° |
| February | -2° | 4° | 107 mm | 20 | 70% | 28% | 20° | -12° |
| March | 0° | 8° | 99 mm | 16 | 69% | 36% | 21° | -10° |
| April | 4° | 14° | 100 mm | 12 | 72% | 43% | 28° | -4° |
| May | 11° | 19° | 116 mm | 10 | 78% | 38% | 32° | 1° |
| June | 16° | 23° | 113 mm | 10 | 82% | 35% | 33° | 6° |
| July | 20° | 27° | 188 mm | 12 | 85% | 31% | 38° | 9° |
| August | 21° | 29° | 172 mm | 10 | 81% | 38% | 38° | 13° |
| September | 17° | 25° | 156 mm | 11 | 75% | 34% | 36° | 7° |
| October | 9° | 19° | 160 mm | 13 | 71% | 35% | 30° | 1° |
| November | 4° | 12° | 176 mm | 17 | 72% | 33% | 23° | -4° |
| December | -1° | 6° | 162 mm | 23 | 75% | 24% | 18° | -10° |
Station: AKITA, 1 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Akita climate questions
How much rain does Akita get?
Akita gets 1680 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 178 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Akita?
July is the wettest month in Akita, with 188 mm. March is the driest, with 99 mm.
How many rainy days does Akita have a year?
Akita has about 178 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 23.
What is the hottest month in Akita?
August is the warmest month in Akita, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Akita?
January is the coldest month in Akita, with an average low of -3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Akita?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Akita station is 38°C, set on August 3, 1978. The record low is -12°C, on January 29, 1974.
What is the sunniest month in Akita?
April is the sunniest month in Akita, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Akita?
The first fall freeze in Akita typically comes around November 25. The last spring freeze is around April 7.
What is the best time to visit Akita?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.