Ōita, Oita Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Ōita get?

Ōita gets 1606 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 103 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 68% of Japan.

June is the wettest month, with 295 mm. January is the driest, with 46 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 41 days, to February 5, 2026.

Ōita weather by month

Ōita weather in January

In January, Ōita averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (1970).

Ōita weather in February

In February, Ōita averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2004) and the record low is -7°C (1977).

Ōita weather in March

In March, Ōita averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 29°C (2010) and the record low is -4°C (1978).

Ōita weather in April

In April, Ōita averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 110 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (1983) and the record low is -2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ōita weather in May

In May, Ōita averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 126 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2007) and the record low is 4°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ōita weather in June

In June, Ōita averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 295 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 10°C (1972).

Ōita weather in July

In July, Ōita averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 243 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 16°C (1982).

Ōita weather in August

In August, Ōita averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 153 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2008) and the record low is 16°C (1972).

Ōita weather in September

In September, Ōita averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 211 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 9°C (1987).

Ōita weather in October

In October, Ōita averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 146 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (1999) and the record low is 4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ōita weather in November

In November, Ōita averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (2015) and the record low is 0°C (1973). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Ōita weather in December

In December, Ōita averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (2018) and the record low is -4°C (1995).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Ōita

December is the sunniest month in Ōita, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 20%. Over the year the sun shines about 39% of daylight hours. Ōita is sunnier than 60% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in June at 79% and is lowest in April at 68%.

Ōita has about 31 days a year above 32°C. Ōita is hotter than 79% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Ōita

The first fall freeze in Ōita typically comes around December 17, and the last spring freeze around March 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 285 days.

Ōita weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Ōita station is 38°C, on August 3, 2008. The coldest is -7°C, on February 19, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 284 mm of rain, on October 17, 1998.

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

The best time to visit Ōita

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 12°C and lows near 3°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 22°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Ōita climate questions

How much rain does Ōita get?

Ōita gets 1606 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 103 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Ōita?

June is the wettest month in Ōita, with 295 mm. January is the driest, with 46 mm.

How many rainy days does Ōita have a year?

Ōita has about 103 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Ōita?

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

What is the coldest month in Ōita?

January is the coldest month in Ōita, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Ōita?

The record high at the Ōita station is 38°C, set on August 3, 2008. The record low is -7°C, on February 19, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Ōita?

December is the sunniest month in Ōita, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Ōita?

The first fall freeze in Ōita typically comes around December 17. The last spring freeze is around March 7.

What is the best time to visit Ōita?

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