Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Kitakyushu, Fukuoka gets 1562 mm of precipitation a year over about 108 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).

Kitakyushu climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Kitakyushu, Fukuoka has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 31°C in August. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Kitakyushu get?

Kitakyushu gets 1562 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 108 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of Japan.

July is the wettest month, with 286 mm. December is the driest, with 62 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 18 days, to November 12, 2022.

Kitakyushu weather by month

Kitakyushu weather in January

In January, Kitakyushu averages a high of 10°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (2026) and the record low is -6°C (1970).

Kitakyushu weather in February

In February, Kitakyushu averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -7°C (1977).

Kitakyushu weather in March

In March, Kitakyushu averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (1979) and the record low is -4°C (1977).

Kitakyushu weather in April

In April, Kitakyushu averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1983) and the record low is 1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitakyushu weather in May

In May, Kitakyushu averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 133 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2000) and the record low is 8°C (1971). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitakyushu weather in June

In June, Kitakyushu averages a high of 26°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 232 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2022) and the record low is 12°C (1978). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitakyushu weather in July

In July, Kitakyushu averages a high of 30°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 286 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (1994) and the record low is 18°C (1982).

Kitakyushu weather in August

In August, Kitakyushu averages a high of 31°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 171 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 18°C (1977).

Kitakyushu weather in September

In September, Kitakyushu averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 154 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (1983) and the record low is 13°C (1987).

Kitakyushu weather in October

In October, Kitakyushu averages a high of 23°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2016) and the record low is 8°C (1980). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitakyushu weather in November

In November, Kitakyushu averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (2015) and the record low is 2°C (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitakyushu weather in December

In December, Kitakyushu averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kitakyushu

October is the sunniest month in Kitakyushu, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 38% of daylight hours. Kitakyushu is cloudier than 53% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 78% and is lowest in April at 64%.

Kitakyushu has about 16 days a year above 32°C. Kitakyushu is cooler than 58% of Japan.

Kitakyushu weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kitakyushu station is 37°C, on August 3, 2026. The coldest is -7°C, on February 16, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 219 mm of rain, on September 14, 1990.

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

The best time to visit Kitakyushu

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 5°C.

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

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 17°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January71 mm1068%36%-10°18°-6°
February68 mm966%37%-11°24°-7°
March113 mm1066%37%-11°27°-4°
April119 mm964%40%-9°29°
May133 mm869%35%-8°31°
June232 mm1176%24%-6°35°12°
July286 mm1178%26%-4°36°18°
August171 mm973%41%-2°37°18°
September154 mm975%39%-3°35°13°
October81 mm668%51%-5°31°
November72 mm868%49%-7°27°
December62 mm965%41%-8°26°-3°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Kitakyushu climate questions

How much rain does Kitakyushu get?

Kitakyushu gets 1562 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 108 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kitakyushu?

July is the wettest month in Kitakyushu, with 286 mm. December is the driest, with 62 mm.

How many rainy days does Kitakyushu have a year?

Kitakyushu has about 108 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Kitakyushu?

August is the warmest month in Kitakyushu, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Kitakyushu?

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

What is the record high temperature in Kitakyushu?

The record high at the Kitakyushu station is 37°C, set on August 3, 2026. The record low is -7°C, on February 16, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Kitakyushu?

October is the sunniest month in Kitakyushu, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Kitakyushu?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHIMONOSEKI (13 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHIMONOSEKI.