Kagoshima, Kagoshima Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kagoshima get?

Kagoshima gets 2330 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 124 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 62% of Japan.

June is the wettest month, with 563 mm. January is the driest, with 73 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 8 days, to July 29, 2022.

Kagoshima weather by month

Kagoshima weather in January

In January, Kagoshima averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2002) and the record low is -6°C (2016).

Kagoshima weather in February

In February, Kagoshima averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2010) and the record low is -6°C (1977).

Kagoshima weather in March

In March, Kagoshima averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 153 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -2°C (1974). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kagoshima weather in April

In April, Kagoshima averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 190 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2004) and the record low is 0°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kagoshima weather in May

In May, Kagoshima averages a high of 26°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 194 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2015) and the record low is 7°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kagoshima weather in June

In June, Kagoshima averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 563 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 17% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (2001) and the record low is 13°C (1972).

Kagoshima weather in July

In July, Kagoshima averages a high of 32°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 341 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 18°C (2026).

Kagoshima weather in August

In August, Kagoshima averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 219 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 19°C (1986).

Kagoshima weather in September

In September, Kagoshima averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 211 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2011) and the record low is 11°C (1973).

Kagoshima weather in October

In October, Kagoshima averages a high of 26°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2025) and the record low is 3°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kagoshima weather in November

In November, Kagoshima averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 29°C (2003) and the record low is -1°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kagoshima weather in December

In December, Kagoshima averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (1992) and the record low is -3°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kagoshima

October is the sunniest month in Kagoshima, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 17%. Over the year the sun shines about 38% of daylight hours. Kagoshima is sunnier than 51% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in June at 83% and is lowest in December at 70%.

Kagoshima has about 41 days a year above 32°C. Kagoshima is hotter than 97% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Kagoshima

The first fall freeze in Kagoshima typically comes around December 22, and the last spring freeze around February 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 307 days.

Kagoshima weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kagoshima station is 38°C, on August 3, 2026. The coldest is -6°C, on February 17, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 326 mm of rain, on August 11, 1995.

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

The best time to visit Kagoshima

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

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 17°C.

Kagoshima climate questions

How much rain does Kagoshima get?

Kagoshima gets 2330 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 124 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kagoshima?

June is the wettest month in Kagoshima, with 563 mm. January is the driest, with 73 mm.

How many rainy days does Kagoshima have a year?

Kagoshima has about 124 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Kagoshima?

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

What is the coldest month in Kagoshima?

January is the coldest month in Kagoshima, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kagoshima?

The record high at the Kagoshima station is 38°C, set on August 3, 2026. The record low is -6°C, on February 17, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Kagoshima?

October is the sunniest month in Kagoshima, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kagoshima?

The first fall freeze in Kagoshima typically comes around December 22. The last spring freeze is around February 18.

What is the best time to visit Kagoshima?

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