Kitami, Hokkaido Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kitami get?

Kitami gets 814 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 138 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 72% of Japan.

August is the wettest month, with 116 mm. March is the driest, with 38 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 19 days, to May 27, 2022.

Kitami weather by month

Kitami weather in January

In January, Kitami averages a high of -2°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (1983) and the record low is -22°C (1985).

Kitami weather in February

In February, Kitami averages a high of -2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 12°C (2026) and the record low is -26°C (1977).

Kitami weather in March

In March, Kitami averages a high of 2°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2018) and the record low is -21°C (1975).

Kitami weather in April

In April, Kitami averages a high of 10°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1998) and the record low is -11°C (1975).

Kitami weather in May

In May, Kitami averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2019) and the record low is -3°C (1993).

Kitami weather in June

In June, Kitami averages a high of 18°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2022) and the record low is 1°C (1973). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitami weather in July

In July, Kitami averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 4°C (1983). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitami weather in August

In August, Kitami averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1994) and the record low is 8°C (1971).

Kitami weather in September

In September, Kitami averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 106 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (1990) and the record low is 4°C (1976). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kitami weather in October

In October, Kitami averages a high of 15°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (2002) and the record low is -2°C (2006).

Kitami weather in November

In November, Kitami averages a high of 7°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (1979) and the record low is -11°C (1987).

Kitami weather in December

In December, Kitami averages a high of 1°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1989) and the record low is -18°C (1985).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kitami

December is the sunniest month in Kitami, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 27%. Over the year the sun shines about 37% of daylight hours. Kitami is cloudier than 62% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in August at 82% and is lowest in April at 64%.

Kitami has about 2 days a year above 32°C. Kitami is cooler than 92% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Kitami

The first fall freeze in Kitami typically comes around November 5, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 191 days.

Kitami weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kitami station is 38°C, on August 7, 1994. The coldest is -26°C, on February 14, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 150 mm of rain, on August 28, 1994.

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

The best time to visit Kitami

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -1°C and lows near -9°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 0°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.

Kitami climate questions

How much rain does Kitami get?

Kitami gets 814 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 138 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kitami?

August is the wettest month in Kitami, with 116 mm. March is the driest, with 38 mm.

How many rainy days does Kitami have a year?

Kitami has about 138 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Kitami?

August is the warmest month in Kitami, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Kitami?

February is the coldest month in Kitami, with an average low of -11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kitami?

The record high at the Kitami station is 38°C, set on August 7, 1994. The record low is -26°C, on February 14, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Kitami?

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

When is the first frost in Kitami?

The first fall freeze in Kitami typically comes around November 5. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Kitami?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.