Tokushima, Tokushima Weather by Month and Climate Averages
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Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Tokushima, Tokushima?
Tokushima, Tokushima gets 1448 mm of precipitation a year over about 98 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Tokushima, Tokushima has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 32°C in August. September 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 | 3° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 10° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 23° | 30° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 16° | 23° |
How much rain does Tokushima get?
Tokushima gets 1448 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 98 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 81% of Japan.
September is the wettest month, with 222 mm. January is the driest, with 38 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to January 23, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Tokushima got 4044 mm of rain, against a normal of 1448 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 2194 mm.
Tokushima weather by month
Tokushima weather in January
In January, Tokushima averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 22°C (1989) and the record low is -4°C (2016).
Tokushima weather in February
In February, Tokushima averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 23°C (2004) and the record low is -6°C (1981).
Tokushima weather in March
In March, Tokushima averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (1979) and the record low is -3°C (1977).
Tokushima weather in April
In April, Tokushima averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 30°C (2016) and the record low is 1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tokushima weather in May
In May, Tokushima averages a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 134 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2004) and the record low is 7°C (1999). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tokushima weather in June
In June, Tokushima averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 189 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 36°C (2018) and the record low is 13°C (1972).
Tokushima weather in July
In July, Tokushima averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 154 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (1994) and the record low is 13°C (2026).
Tokushima weather in August
In August, Tokushima averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2026) and the record low is 18°C (1981).
Tokushima weather in September
In September, Tokushima averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 222 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2003) and the record low is 13°C (1976).
Tokushima weather in October
In October, Tokushima averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 174 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 33°C (1998) and the record low is 7°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tokushima weather in November
In November, Tokushima averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 27°C (1977) and the record low is 1°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tokushima weather in December
In December, Tokushima averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -2°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tokushima
December is the sunniest month in Tokushima, with estimated sunshine of 60% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 24%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 43% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Tokushima is sunnier than 90% of Japan.
Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in December at 64%.
Tokushima has about 25 days a year above 32°C. Tokushima is hotter than 68% of Japan.
First and last freeze in Tokushima
The first fall freeze in Tokushima typically comes around December 19, and the last spring freeze around February 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 300 days.
Tokushima weather records
These records cover TOKUSHIMA during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Tokushima station is 38°C, on July 15, 1994. The coldest is -6°C, on February 27, 1981.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 568 mm of precipitation, on September 8, 2026.
43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The best time to visit Tokushima
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 3°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 10°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 23°C and lows near 15°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2° | 10° | 38 mm | 6 | 65% | 54% | 22° | -4° |
| February | 2° | 11° | 49 mm | 7 | 65% | 49% | 23° | -6° |
| March | 5° | 14° | 82 mm | 9 | 67% | 44% | 26° | -3° |
| April | 10° | 19° | 99 mm | 8 | 68% | 41% | 30° | 1° |
| May | 15° | 24° | 134 mm | 8 | 73% | 34% | 33° | 7° |
| June | 19° | 27° | 189 mm | 12 | 80% | 24% | 36° | 13° |
| July | 24° | 31° | 154 mm | 10 | 82% | 29% | 38° | 13° |
| August | 24° | 32° | 172 mm | 8 | 80% | 40% | 38° | 18° |
| September | 21° | 28° | 222 mm | 10 | 78% | 35% | 36° | 13° |
| October | 16° | 23° | 174 mm | 8 | 71% | 49% | 33° | 7° |
| November | 9° | 18° | 87 mm | 7 | 70% | 54% | 27° | 1° |
| December | 4° | 13° | 49 mm | 6 | 64% | 60% | 27° | -2° |
Station: TOKUSHIMA, 0 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.
Tokushima climate questions
How much rain does Tokushima get?
Tokushima gets 1448 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 98 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Tokushima?
September is the wettest month in Tokushima, with 222 mm. January is the driest, with 38 mm.
How many rainy days does Tokushima have a year?
Tokushima has about 98 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Tokushima?
August is the warmest month in Tokushima, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Tokushima?
January is the coldest month in Tokushima, with an average low of 2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Tokushima?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Tokushima station is 38°C, set on July 15, 1994. The record low is -6°C, on February 27, 1981.
What is the sunniest month in Tokushima?
December is the sunniest month in Tokushima, with estimated sunshine of 60% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Tokushima?
The first fall freeze in Tokushima typically comes around December 19. The last spring freeze is around February 22.
What is the best time to visit Tokushima?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.