Kure, Hiroshima Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kure get?

Kure gets 1448 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 98 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 82% of Japan.

July is the wettest month, with 258 mm. January is the driest, with 40 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to February 7, 2026.

Kure weather by month

Kure weather in January

In January, Kure averages a high of 10°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (1997) and the record low is -5°C (1977).

Kure weather in February

In February, Kure averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The February record high is 22°C (2009) and the record low is -8°C (1977).

Kure weather in March

In March, Kure averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1977).

Kure weather in April

In April, Kure averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 133 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2004) and the record low is 1°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kure weather in May

In May, Kure averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 155 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (1998) and the record low is 4°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kure weather in June

In June, Kure averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 214 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2004) and the record low is 10°C (1978).

Kure weather in July

In July, Kure averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 258 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 17°C (1982).

Kure weather in August

In August, Kure averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 17°C (1972).

Kure weather in September

In September, Kure averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 152 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 9°C (1972).

Kure weather in October

In October, Kure averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 102 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kure weather in November

In November, Kure averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2011) and the record low is -1°C (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kure weather in December

In December, Kure averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1980).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kure

November is the sunniest month in Kure, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 26%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Kure is sunnier than 87% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 85% and is lowest in December at 64%.

Kure has about 29 days a year above 32°C. Kure is hotter than 76% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Kure

The first fall freeze in Kure typically comes around December 18, and the last spring freeze around March 5. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 288 days.

Kure weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kure station is 39°C, on July 17, 1994. The coldest is -8°C, on February 17, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 293 mm of rain, on July 7, 2018.

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

The best time to visit Kure

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 11°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 14°C.

Kure climate questions

How much rain does Kure get?

Kure gets 1448 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 98 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kure?

July is the wettest month in Kure, with 258 mm. January is the driest, with 40 mm.

How many rainy days does Kure have a year?

Kure has about 98 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Kure?

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

What is the coldest month in Kure?

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

What is the record high temperature in Kure?

The record high at the Kure station is 39°C, set on July 17, 1994. The record low is -8°C, on February 17, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Kure?

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

When is the first frost in Kure?

The first fall freeze in Kure typically comes around December 18. The last spring freeze is around March 5.

What is the best time to visit Kure?

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