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Fukui-shi, Fukui Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Fukui-shi, Fukui?
Fukui-shi, Fukui gets 2094 mm of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 0°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Fukui-shi, Fukui has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 32°C in August. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 18° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 13° | 22° |
How much rain does Fukui-shi get?
Fukui-shi gets 2094 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 89% of Japan.
January is the wettest month, with 267 mm. May is the driest, with 121 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 22.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to June 17, 2024.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Fukui-shi got 3068 mm of rain, against a normal of 2094 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 1917 mm.
Fukui-shi weather by month
Fukui-shi weather in January
In January, Fukui-shi averages a high of 7°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 267 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (1972) and the record low is -9°C (1985).
Fukui-shi weather in February
In February, Fukui-shi averages a high of 8°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 158 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2010) and the record low is -9°C (1984).
Fukui-shi weather in March
In March, Fukui-shi averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 148 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1981).
Fukui-shi weather in April
In April, Fukui-shi averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 127 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (2004) and the record low is -1°C (1978). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fukui-shi weather in May
In May, Fukui-shi averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fukui-shi weather in June
In June, Fukui-shi averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 146 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 10°C (1972). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fukui-shi weather in July
In July, Fukui-shi averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 214 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (1996) and the record low is 15°C (1975).
Fukui-shi weather in August
In August, Fukui-shi averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 135 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 15°C (1981).
Fukui-shi weather in September
In September, Fukui-shi averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 196 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 38°C (2020) and the record low is 8°C (1976).
Fukui-shi weather in October
In October, Fukui-shi averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 142 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 32°C (1999) and the record low is 2°C (1983). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fukui-shi weather in November
In November, Fukui-shi averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 176 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (1977) and the record low is -1°C (1974).
Fukui-shi weather in December
In December, Fukui-shi averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 264 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 23°C (2018) and the record low is -7°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Fukui-shi
October is the sunniest month in Fukui-shi, with estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 35% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Fukui-shi is cloudier than 80% of Japan.
Humidity peaks in July at 81% and is lowest in April at 69%.
Fukui-shi has about 31 days a year above 32°C. Fukui-shi is hotter than 80% of Japan.
First and last freeze in Fukui-shi
The first fall freeze in Fukui-shi typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around March 23. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 266 days.
Fukui-shi weather records
These records cover FUKUI during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Fukui-shi station is 38°C, on August 1, 2022. The coldest is -9°C, on January 19, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 489 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2026.
48 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Fukui-shi
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 7°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0° | 7° | 267 mm | 22 | 77% | 31% | 18° | -9° |
| February | 0° | 8° | 158 mm | 18 | 73% | 33% | 21° | -9° |
| March | 2° | 12° | 148 mm | 15 | 70% | 38% | 26° | -6° |
| April | 7° | 18° | 127 mm | 11 | 69% | 41% | 31° | -1° |
| May | 13° | 23° | 121 mm | 9 | 72% | 34% | 34° | 3° |
| June | 18° | 27° | 146 mm | 11 | 78% | 27% | 37° | 10° |
| July | 22° | 31° | 214 mm | 12 | 81% | 28% | 38° | 15° |
| August | 23° | 32° | 135 mm | 8 | 78% | 36% | 38° | 15° |
| September | 19° | 28° | 196 mm | 11 | 78% | 34% | 38° | 8° |
| October | 12° | 22° | 142 mm | 11 | 74% | 44% | 32° | 2° |
| November | 7° | 16° | 176 mm | 15 | 74% | 43% | 28° | -1° |
| December | 2° | 10° | 264 mm | 20 | 78% | 29% | 23° | -7° |
Station: FUKUI, 2 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.
Fukui-shi climate questions
How much rain does Fukui-shi get?
Fukui-shi gets 2094 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Fukui-shi?
January is the wettest month in Fukui-shi, with 267 mm. May is the driest, with 121 mm.
How many rainy days does Fukui-shi have a year?
Fukui-shi has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 22.
What is the hottest month in Fukui-shi?
August is the warmest month in Fukui-shi, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Fukui-shi?
January is the coldest month in Fukui-shi, with an average low of 0°C.
What is the record high temperature in Fukui-shi?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Fukui-shi station is 38°C, set on August 1, 2022. The record low is -9°C, on January 19, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Fukui-shi?
October is the sunniest month in Fukui-shi, with estimated sunshine of 44% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Fukui-shi?
The first fall freeze in Fukui-shi typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around March 23.
What is the best time to visit Fukui-shi?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.