Matsue, Shimane Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Matsue get?

Matsue gets 1734 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 155 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 82% of Japan.

July is the wettest month, with 224 mm. October is the driest, with 110 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to August 3, 2025.

Matsue weather by month

Matsue weather in January

In January, Matsue averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 153 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (2002) and the record low is -7°C (1970).

Matsue weather in February

In February, Matsue averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2004) and the record low is -9°C (1977).

Matsue weather in March

In March, Matsue averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 125 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2025) and the record low is -4°C (1986).

Matsue weather in April

In April, Matsue averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (1978) and the record low is -2°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsue weather in May

In May, Matsue averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 132 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 3°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsue weather in June

In June, Matsue averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2022) and the record low is 9°C (1981). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsue weather in July

In July, Matsue averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 224 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2018) and the record low is 9°C (2026).

Matsue weather in August

In August, Matsue averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 125 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1994) and the record low is 16°C (1972).

Matsue weather in September

In September, Matsue averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 201 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is 8°C (1987).

Matsue weather in October

In October, Matsue averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 110 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1983). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsue weather in November

In November, Matsue averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (1989) and the record low is -1°C (1983).

Matsue weather in December

In December, Matsue averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 148 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Matsue

April is the sunniest month in Matsue, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 29%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Matsue is cloudier than 67% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 84% and is lowest in January at 67%.

Matsue has about 25 days a year above 32°C. Matsue is hotter than 66% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Matsue

The first fall freeze in Matsue typically comes around December 19, and the last spring freeze around March 23. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 271 days.

Matsue weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Matsue station is 38°C, on August 1, 1994. The coldest is -9°C, on February 19, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 220 mm of rain, on July 13, 1988.

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

The best time to visit Matsue

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Matsue climate questions

How much rain does Matsue get?

Matsue gets 1734 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 155 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Matsue?

July is the wettest month in Matsue, with 224 mm. October is the driest, with 110 mm.

How many rainy days does Matsue have a year?

Matsue has about 155 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 21.

What is the hottest month in Matsue?

August is the warmest month in Matsue, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Matsue?

February is the coldest month in Matsue, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Matsue?

The record high at the Matsue station is 38°C, set on August 1, 1994. The record low is -9°C, on February 19, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Matsue?

April is the sunniest month in Matsue, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Matsue?

The first fall freeze in Matsue typically comes around December 19. The last spring freeze is around March 23.

What is the best time to visit Matsue?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.