Chikusei, Ibaraki Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Chikusei, Ibaraki gets 1364 mm of precipitation a year over about 107 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).

Chikusei climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Chikusei, Ibaraki has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 31°C in August. September is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Chikusei get?

Chikusei gets 1364 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 107 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 60% of Japan.

September is the wettest month, with 209 mm. February is the driest, with 31 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to February 5, 2022.

Chikusei weather by month

Chikusei weather in January

In January, Chikusei averages a high of 9°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (1973) and the record low is -12°C (1970).

Chikusei weather in February

In February, Chikusei averages a high of 10°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (1993) and the record low is -12°C (1970).

Chikusei weather in March

In March, Chikusei averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2013) and the record low is -10°C (1970).

Chikusei weather in April

In April, Chikusei averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chikusei weather in May

In May, Chikusei averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 133 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chikusei weather in June

In June, Chikusei averages a high of 26°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 168 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2011) and the record low is 9°C (1978). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chikusei weather in July

In July, Chikusei averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 182 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (1997) and the record low is 11°C (1976).

Chikusei weather in August

In August, Chikusei averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2020) and the record low is 13°C (1976).

Chikusei weather in September

In September, Chikusei averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 209 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 7°C (1992).

Chikusei weather in October

In October, Chikusei averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 167 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 1°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chikusei weather in November

In November, Chikusei averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (1990) and the record low is -6°C (1973).

Chikusei weather in December

In December, Chikusei averages a high of 11°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (2004) and the record low is -9°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chikusei

December is the sunniest month in Chikusei, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Chikusei is sunnier than 76% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in September at 79% and is lowest in February at 60%.

Chikusei has about 24 days a year above 32°C. Chikusei is hotter than 62% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Chikusei

The first fall freeze in Chikusei typically comes around November 26, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 238 days.

Chikusei weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Chikusei station is 39°C, on July 5, 1997. The coldest is -12°C, on January 17, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 266 mm of rain, on October 12, 2019.

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

The best time to visit Chikusei

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 20°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January32 mm464%60%-9°18°-12°
February31 mm560%57%-10°23°-12°
March79 mm864%43%-10°27°-10°
April109 mm1064%40%-9°30°-3°
May133 mm1070%29%-8°34°
June168 mm1476%22%-6°38°
July182 mm1478%25%-4°39°11°
August157 mm1176%35%-3°38°13°
September209 mm1279%28%-4°37°
October167 mm975%40%-6°33°
November60 mm671%56%-7°25°-6°
December37 mm467%64%-8°24°-9°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Chikusei climate questions

How much rain does Chikusei get?

Chikusei gets 1364 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 107 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Chikusei?

September is the wettest month in Chikusei, with 209 mm. February is the driest, with 31 mm.

How many rainy days does Chikusei have a year?

Chikusei has about 107 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Chikusei?

August is the warmest month in Chikusei, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Chikusei?

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

What is the record high temperature in Chikusei?

The record high at the Chikusei station is 39°C, set on July 5, 1997. The record low is -12°C, on January 17, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Chikusei?

December is the sunniest month in Chikusei, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Chikusei?

The first fall freeze in Chikusei typically comes around November 26. The last spring freeze is around April 2.

What is the best time to visit Chikusei?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station UTSUNOMIYA (28 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station UTSUNOMIYA.