Obihiro, Hokkaido Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Obihiro get?

Obihiro gets 838 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 96 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 86% of Japan.

September is the wettest month, with 127 mm. February is the driest, with 27 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to January 15, 2023.

Obihiro weather by month

Obihiro weather in January

In January, Obihiro averages a high of -1°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (1991) and the record low is -28°C (1977).

Obihiro weather in February

In February, Obihiro averages a high of 0°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The February record high is 13°C (2024) and the record low is -27°C (1978).

Obihiro weather in March

In March, Obihiro averages a high of 5°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The March record high is 18°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (1975).

Obihiro weather in April

In April, Obihiro averages a high of 13°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1998) and the record low is -11°C (1984).

Obihiro weather in May

In May, Obihiro averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2019) and the record low is -3°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Obihiro weather in June

In June, Obihiro averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is 1°C (1983). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Obihiro weather in July

In July, Obihiro averages a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2025) and the record low is 6°C (1976). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Obihiro weather in August

In August, Obihiro averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 126 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1994) and the record low is 8°C (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Obihiro weather in September

In September, Obihiro averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 127 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is 2°C (1983).

Obihiro weather in October

In October, Obihiro averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -4°C (1970).

Obihiro weather in November

In November, Obihiro averages a high of 8°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (1971) and the record low is -13°C (1985).

Obihiro weather in December

In December, Obihiro averages a high of 1°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (1989) and the record low is -22°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Obihiro

December is the sunniest month in Obihiro, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 42% of daylight hours. Obihiro is sunnier than 76% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in August at 85% and is lowest in April at 62%.

Obihiro has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Obihiro is cooler than 80% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Obihiro

The first fall freeze in Obihiro typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 174 days.

Obihiro weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Obihiro station is 39°C, on May 26, 2019. The coldest is -28°C, on January 29, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 174 mm of rain, on November 24, 1988.

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

The best time to visit Obihiro

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to August, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 0°C and lows near -12°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 0°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 14°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 5°C.

Obihiro climate questions

How much rain does Obihiro get?

Obihiro gets 838 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 96 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Obihiro?

September is the wettest month in Obihiro, with 127 mm. February is the driest, with 27 mm.

How many rainy days does Obihiro have a year?

Obihiro has about 96 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Obihiro?

August is the warmest month in Obihiro, with an average high of 26°C.

What is the coldest month in Obihiro?

January is the coldest month in Obihiro, with an average low of -14°C.

What is the record high temperature in Obihiro?

The record high at the Obihiro station is 39°C, set on May 26, 2019. The record low is -28°C, on January 29, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Obihiro?

December is the sunniest month in Obihiro, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Obihiro?

The first fall freeze in Obihiro typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Obihiro?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to August, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.