Ikoma, Nara Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Ikoma, Nara gets 1205 mm of precipitation a year over about 103 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).

Ikoma climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Ikoma, Nara has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 33°C in August. June 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 21°C.

How much rain does Ikoma get?

Ikoma gets 1205 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 103 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 65% of Japan.

June is the wettest month, with 162 mm. January is the driest, with 47 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to January 10, 2022.

Ikoma weather by month

Ikoma weather in January

In January, Ikoma averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (1997) and the record low is -6°C (1970).

Ikoma weather in February

In February, Ikoma averages a high of 10°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2010) and the record low is -8°C (1977).

Ikoma weather in March

In March, Ikoma averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (1977).

Ikoma weather in April

In April, Ikoma averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2012) and the record low is -2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ikoma weather in May

In May, Ikoma averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ikoma weather in June

In June, Ikoma averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 162 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2013) and the record low is 7°C (1981).

Ikoma weather in July

In July, Ikoma averages a high of 32°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 155 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2018) and the record low is 14°C (1982).

Ikoma weather in August

In August, Ikoma averages a high of 33°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 15°C (1981).

Ikoma weather in September

In September, Ikoma averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1986) and the record low is 9°C (1976).

Ikoma weather in October

In October, Ikoma averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1983). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ikoma weather in November

In November, Ikoma averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1973). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ikoma weather in December

In December, Ikoma averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (1970).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Ikoma

December is the sunniest month in Ikoma, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 41% of daylight hours. Ikoma is sunnier than 68% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 75% and is lowest in April at 61%.

Ikoma has about 37 days a year above 32°C. Ikoma is hotter than 93% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Ikoma

The first fall freeze in Ikoma typically comes around December 7, and the last spring freeze around March 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 254 days.

Ikoma weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Ikoma station is 39°C, on August 8, 1994. The coldest is -8°C, on February 16, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 180 mm of rain, on July 6, 2018.

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

The best time to visit Ikoma

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 12°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January47 mm768%48%-9°18°-6°
February60 mm864%45%-9°24°-8°
March96 mm1062%40%-9°27°-5°
April87 mm961%38%-9°30°-2°
May121 mm965%32%-8°33°
June162 mm1171%24%-6°37°
July155 mm1075%28%-4°38°14°
August105 mm768%38%-3°39°15°
September141 mm1068%36%-3°37°
October119 mm868%48%-5°32°
November64 mm769%55%-6°28°-2°
December49 mm766%57%-8°25°-5°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Ikoma climate questions

How much rain does Ikoma get?

Ikoma gets 1205 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 103 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Ikoma?

June is the wettest month in Ikoma, with 162 mm. January is the driest, with 47 mm.

How many rainy days does Ikoma have a year?

Ikoma has about 103 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Ikoma?

August is the warmest month in Ikoma, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Ikoma?

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

What is the record high temperature in Ikoma?

The record high at the Ikoma station is 39°C, set on August 8, 1994. The record low is -8°C, on February 16, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Ikoma?

December is the sunniest month in Ikoma, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Ikoma?

The first fall freeze in Ikoma typically comes around December 7. The last spring freeze is around March 28.

What is the best time to visit Ikoma?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station NARA (12 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station NARA.