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Gifu, Gifu Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Gifu, Gifu?
Gifu, Gifu gets 1672 mm of precipitation a year over about 109 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low 0°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Gifu, Gifu has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 33°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 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 1° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 9° | 20° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 22° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 14° | 23° |
How much rain does Gifu get?
Gifu gets 1672 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 109 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 55% of Japan.
July is the wettest month, with 250 mm. January is the driest, with 61 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to August 5, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Gifu got 2573 mm of rain, against a normal of 1672 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 1394 mm.
Gifu weather by month
Gifu weather in January
In January, Gifu averages a high of 9°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (1979) and the record low is -7°C (1970).
Gifu weather in February
In February, Gifu averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2024) and the record low is -7°C (1981).
Gifu weather in March
In March, Gifu averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 115 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (1986).
Gifu weather in April
In April, Gifu averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 147 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (1998) and the record low is 1°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gifu weather in May
In May, Gifu averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 170 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 (2015) and the record low is 5°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gifu weather in June
In June, Gifu averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 212 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 11°C (1981).
Gifu weather in July
In July, Gifu averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 250 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2018) and the record low is 16°C (1979).
Gifu weather in August
In August, Gifu averages a high of 33°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 145 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 40°C (2007) and the record low is 17°C (1972).
Gifu weather in September
In September, Gifu averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 213 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 11°C (1976).
Gifu weather in October
In October, Gifu averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 148 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (1983). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gifu weather in November
In November, Gifu averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -1°C (1973). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gifu weather in December
In December, Gifu averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 22°C (2015) and the record low is -5°C (1973).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gifu
November is the sunniest month in Gifu, with estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 24%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 41% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Gifu is sunnier than 67% of Japan.
Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in April at 62%.
Gifu has about 40 days a year above 32°C. Gifu is hotter than 97% of Japan.
First and last freeze in Gifu
The first fall freeze in Gifu typically comes around December 16, and the last spring freeze around March 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 276 days.
Gifu weather records
These records cover GIFU during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Gifu station is 40°C, on August 16, 2007. The coldest is -7°C, on January 18, 1970.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 502 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2026.
38 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Gifu
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 9°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 14°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0° | 9° | 61 mm | 8 | 69% | 48% | 18° | -7° |
| February | 1° | 11° | 68 mm | 8 | 65% | 46% | 21° | -7° |
| March | 3° | 14° | 115 mm | 8 | 63% | 44% | 26° | -5° |
| April | 9° | 20° | 147 mm | 9 | 62% | 42% | 31° | 1° |
| May | 14° | 25° | 170 mm | 9 | 68% | 34% | 34° | 5° |
| June | 19° | 28° | 212 mm | 11 | 75% | 24% | 38° | 11° |
| July | 23° | 32° | 250 mm | 12 | 80% | 26% | 39° | 16° |
| August | 24° | 33° | 145 mm | 9 | 77% | 34% | 40° | 17° |
| September | 21° | 29° | 213 mm | 11 | 79% | 32% | 38° | 11° |
| October | 14° | 24° | 148 mm | 8 | 72% | 50% | 32° | 3° |
| November | 8° | 18° | 73 mm | 7 | 70% | 57% | 26° | -1° |
| December | 2° | 12° | 67 mm | 9 | 71% | 49% | 22° | -5° |
Station: GIFU, 3 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.
Gifu climate questions
How much rain does Gifu get?
Gifu gets 1672 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 109 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Gifu?
July is the wettest month in Gifu, with 250 mm. January is the driest, with 61 mm.
How many rainy days does Gifu have a year?
Gifu has about 109 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Gifu?
August is the warmest month in Gifu, with an average high of 33°C.
What is the coldest month in Gifu?
January is the coldest month in Gifu, with an average low of 0°C.
What is the record high temperature in Gifu?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Gifu station is 40°C, set on August 16, 2007. The record low is -7°C, on January 18, 1970.
What is the sunniest month in Gifu?
November is the sunniest month in Gifu, with estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Gifu?
The first fall freeze in Gifu typically comes around December 16. The last spring freeze is around March 15.
What is the best time to visit Gifu?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.