Shizuoka, Shizuoka Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Shizuoka get?

Shizuoka gets 2009 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 101 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 74% of Japan.

June is the wettest month, with 247 mm. December is the driest, with 69 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to February 9, 2023.

Shizuoka weather by month

Shizuoka weather in January

In January, Shizuoka averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2000) and the record low is -6°C (1970).

Shizuoka weather in February

In February, Shizuoka averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2009) and the record low is -6°C (1984).

Shizuoka weather in March

In March, Shizuoka averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 185 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2013) and the record low is -4°C (1977).

Shizuoka weather in April

In April, Shizuoka averages a high of 20°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 192 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2005) and the record low is 0°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shizuoka weather in May

In May, Shizuoka averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 189 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2000) and the record low is 7°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shizuoka weather in June

In June, Shizuoka averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 247 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (1991) and the record low is 12°C (1993).

Shizuoka weather in July

In July, Shizuoka averages a high of 30°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 245 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The July record high is 40°C (2024) and the record low is 16°C (1976).

Shizuoka weather in August

In August, Shizuoka averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 152 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 17°C (1972).

Shizuoka weather in September

In September, Shizuoka averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 243 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1984) and the record low is 12°C (1980).

Shizuoka weather in October

In October, Shizuoka averages a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 221 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1999) and the record low is 5°C (1988). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shizuoka weather in November

In November, Shizuoka averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 100 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (2000) and the record low is -1°C (1983). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shizuoka weather in December

In December, Shizuoka averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1983).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shizuoka

December is the sunniest month in Shizuoka, with sunshine about 71% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 21%. Over the year the sun shines about 44% of daylight hours. Shizuoka is sunnier than 95% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 85% and is lowest in January at 59%.

Shizuoka has about 19 days a year above 32°C. Shizuoka is cooler than 53% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Shizuoka

The first fall freeze in Shizuoka typically comes around December 19, and the last spring freeze around March 3. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 291 days.

Shizuoka weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shizuoka station is 41°C, on August 6, 2025. The coldest is -6°C, on January 18, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 337 mm of rain, on October 6, 2014.

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

The best time to visit Shizuoka

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

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C.

Shizuoka climate questions

How much rain does Shizuoka get?

Shizuoka gets 2009 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 101 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shizuoka?

June is the wettest month in Shizuoka, with 247 mm. December is the driest, with 69 mm.

How many rainy days does Shizuoka have a year?

Shizuoka has about 101 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Shizuoka?

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

What is the coldest month in Shizuoka?

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

What is the record high temperature in Shizuoka?

The record high at the Shizuoka station is 41°C, set on August 6, 2025. The record low is -6°C, on January 18, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Shizuoka?

December is the sunniest month in Shizuoka, with sunshine about 71% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Shizuoka?

The first fall freeze in Shizuoka typically comes around December 19. The last spring freeze is around March 3.

What is the best time to visit Shizuoka?

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