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Kure, Hiroshima Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Kure, Hiroshima?
Kure, Hiroshima gets 1448 mm of precipitation a year over about 98 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Kure, Hiroshima has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 33°C in August. July 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 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 9° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 23° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 14° | 23° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Kure got 3048 mm of rain, against a normal of 1448 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 1888 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 26%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 42% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover HIROSHIMA during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 500 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2026.
41 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 10° | 40 mm | 7 | 65% | 47% | 18° | -5° |
| February | 2° | 11° | 58 mm | 7 | 66% | 45% | 22° | -8° |
| March | 4° | 14° | 107 mm | 9 | 70% | 42% | 24° | -6° |
| April | 9° | 20° | 133 mm | 9 | 70% | 42% | 29° | 1° |
| May | 14° | 24° | 155 mm | 8 | 75% | 37% | 32° | 4° |
| June | 19° | 27° | 214 mm | 11 | 82% | 26% | 33° | 10° |
| July | 24° | 31° | 258 mm | 11 | 85% | 28% | 39° | 17° |
| August | 25° | 33° | 114 mm | 8 | 81% | 41% | 38° | 17° |
| September | 21° | 29° | 152 mm | 9 | 76% | 39% | 37° | 9° |
| October | 14° | 24° | 102 mm | 6 | 68% | 52% | 32° | 3° |
| November | 8° | 18° | 62 mm | 6 | 67% | 57% | 25° | -1° |
| December | 3° | 12° | 52 mm | 7 | 64% | 53% | 21° | -4° |
Station: HIROSHIMA, 21 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 57% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.