Akita, Akita Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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.

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. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 23%. Over the year the sun shines about 33% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 200 mm of rain, on September 1, 1993.

46 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. 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.