Hikone, Shiga Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Hikone get?

Hikone gets 1438 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 129 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 66% of Japan.

July is the wettest month, with 195 mm. November is the driest, with 78 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to October 15, 2021.

Hikone weather by month

Hikone weather in January

In January, Hikone averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2020) and the record low is -6°C (1982).

Hikone weather in February

In February, Hikone averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The February record high is 20°C (2026) and the record low is -7°C (1977).

Hikone weather in March

In March, Hikone averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1977).

Hikone weather in April

In April, Hikone averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hikone weather in May

In May, Hikone averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 131 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hikone weather in June

In June, Hikone averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 8°C (1981). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hikone weather in July

In July, Hikone averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 195 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2014) and the record low is 16°C (1982).

Hikone weather in August

In August, Hikone averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 102 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2023) and the record low is 16°C (1981).

Hikone weather in September

In September, Hikone averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 155 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2010) and the record low is 9°C (1976).

Hikone weather in October

In October, Hikone averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 123 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2013) and the record low is 3°C (1983). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hikone weather in November

In November, Hikone averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (2020) and the record low is -1°C (1970).

Hikone weather in December

In December, Hikone averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (2015) and the record low is -7°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Hikone

November is the sunniest month in Hikone, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Hikone is cloudier than 65% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in April at 67%.

Hikone has about 27 days a year above 32°C. Hikone is hotter than 70% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Hikone

The first fall freeze in Hikone typically comes around December 16, and the last spring freeze around March 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 273 days.

Hikone weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Hikone station is 38°C, on July 26, 2014. The coldest is -7°C, on December 30, 1976.

The wettest day on record brought 181 mm of rain, on September 16, 1972.

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

The best time to visit Hikone

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 17°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 14°C.

Hikone climate questions

How much rain does Hikone get?

Hikone gets 1438 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 129 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Hikone?

July is the wettest month in Hikone, with 195 mm. November is the driest, with 78 mm.

How many rainy days does Hikone have a year?

Hikone has about 129 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Hikone?

August is the warmest month in Hikone, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Hikone?

January is the coldest month in Hikone, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Hikone?

The record high at the Hikone station is 38°C, set on July 26, 2014. The record low is -7°C, on December 30, 1976.

What is the sunniest month in Hikone?

November is the sunniest month in Hikone, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Hikone?

The first fall freeze in Hikone typically comes around December 16. The last spring freeze is around March 18.

What is the best time to visit Hikone?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.