Kakegawa, Shizuoka Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Kakegawa, Shizuoka gets 1912 mm of precipitation a year over about 100 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 30°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Kakegawa climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Kakegawa, Shizuoka has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 11°C in January to 30°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 20°C.

How much rain does Kakegawa get?

Kakegawa gets 1912 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 100 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 75% of Japan.

June is the wettest month, with 241 mm. January is the driest, with 68 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 44 days, to February 9, 2026.

Kakegawa weather by month

Kakegawa weather in January

In January, Kakegawa averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (1995) and the record low is -4°C (1997).

Kakegawa weather in February

In February, Kakegawa averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 89 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (2009) and the record low is -5°C (1977).

Kakegawa weather in March

In March, Kakegawa averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 146 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2013) and the record low is -3°C (1977).

Kakegawa weather in April

In April, Kakegawa averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 190 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 25°C (2007) and the record low is 1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kakegawa weather in May

In May, Kakegawa averages a high of 22°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 194 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The May record high is 28°C (2015) and the record low is 7°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kakegawa weather in June

In June, Kakegawa averages a high of 24°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 241 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The June record high is 32°C (2002) and the record low is 12°C (1978).

Kakegawa weather in July

In July, Kakegawa averages a high of 28°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 208 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is 16°C (1976).

Kakegawa weather in August

In August, Kakegawa averages a high of 30°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 143 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1994) and the record low is 19°C (1981).

Kakegawa weather in September

In September, Kakegawa averages a high of 27°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 209 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2000) and the record low is 13°C (1997).

Kakegawa weather in October

In October, Kakegawa averages a high of 23°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 237 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 30°C (1998) and the record low is 7°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kakegawa weather in November

In November, Kakegawa averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (2000) and the record low is 1°C (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kakegawa weather in December

In December, Kakegawa averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The December record high is 22°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kakegawa

December is the sunniest month in Kakegawa, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 45% of daylight hours. Kakegawa is sunnier than 98% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 79% and is lowest in February at 58%.

Kakegawa has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Kakegawa is cooler than 90% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Kakegawa

The first fall freeze in Kakegawa typically comes around December 26, and the last spring freeze around February 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 304 days.

Kakegawa weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kakegawa station is 37°C, on July 20, 2004. The coldest is -5°C, on February 27, 1981.

The wettest day on record brought 287 mm of rain, on October 12, 2019.

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

The best time to visit Kakegawa

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 16°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January68 mm559%66%-8°18°-4°
February89 mm658%58%-9°23°-5°
March146 mm962%48%-9°23°-3°
April190 mm1065%40%-8°25°
May194 mm971%32%-7°28°
June241 mm1178%22%-6°32°12°
July208 mm1079%28%-3°37°16°
August143 mm778%36%-2°37°19°
September209 mm1179%35%-2°33°13°
October237 mm974%44%-4°30°
November119 mm769%58%-6°26°
December69 mm560%72%-8°22°-3°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Kakegawa climate questions

How much rain does Kakegawa get?

Kakegawa gets 1912 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 100 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kakegawa?

June is the wettest month in Kakegawa, with 241 mm. January is the driest, with 68 mm.

How many rainy days does Kakegawa have a year?

Kakegawa has about 100 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Kakegawa?

August is the warmest month in Kakegawa, with an average high of 30°C.

What is the coldest month in Kakegawa?

January is the coldest month in Kakegawa, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kakegawa?

The record high at the Kakegawa station is 37°C, set on July 20, 2004. The record low is -5°C, on February 27, 1981.

What is the sunniest month in Kakegawa?

December is the sunniest month in Kakegawa, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kakegawa?

The first fall freeze in Kakegawa typically comes around December 26. The last spring freeze is around February 25.

What is the best time to visit Kakegawa?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station OMAEZAKI (26 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station OMAEZAKI.