Tottori-shi, Tottori Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Tottori-shi get?

Tottori-shi gets 1837 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 160 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 87% of Japan.

September is the wettest month, with 215 mm. April is the driest, with 101 mm. January has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 17 days, to August 14, 2023.

Tottori-shi weather by month

Tottori-shi weather in January

In January, Tottori-shi averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 204 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (1980) and the record low is -6°C (2001).

Tottori-shi weather in February

In February, Tottori-shi averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 151 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (1996) and the record low is -7°C (1977).

Tottori-shi weather in March

In March, Tottori-shi averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 136 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2025) and the record low is -5°C (1977).

Tottori-shi weather in April

In April, Tottori-shi averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2004) and the record low is -2°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Tottori-shi weather in May

In May, Tottori-shi averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1992). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Tottori-shi weather in June

In June, Tottori-shi averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2025) and the record low is 8°C (1981).

Tottori-shi weather in July

In July, Tottori-shi averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 181 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 12°C (2026).

Tottori-shi weather in August

In August, Tottori-shi averages a high of 33°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 12°C (2026).

Tottori-shi weather in September

In September, Tottori-shi averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 215 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 8°C (1987).

Tottori-shi weather in October

In October, Tottori-shi averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 143 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is 3°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Tottori-shi weather in November

In November, Tottori-shi averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 137 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (1979) and the record low is -2°C (1970).

Tottori-shi weather in December

In December, Tottori-shi averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 207 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2018) and the record low is -6°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tottori-shi

November is the sunniest month in Tottori-shi, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 26%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Tottori-shi is cloudier than 79% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in April at 69%.

Tottori-shi has about 32 days a year above 32°C. Tottori-shi is hotter than 85% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Tottori-shi

The first fall freeze in Tottori-shi typically comes around December 17, and the last spring freeze around March 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 267 days.

Tottori-shi weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Tottori-shi station is 39°C, on July 23, 1994. The coldest is -7°C, on February 26, 1981.

The wettest day on record brought 246 mm of rain, on May 18, 1990.

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

The best time to visit Tottori-shi

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°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.

Tottori-shi climate questions

How much rain does Tottori-shi get?

Tottori-shi gets 1837 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 160 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Tottori-shi?

September is the wettest month in Tottori-shi, with 215 mm. April is the driest, with 101 mm.

How many rainy days does Tottori-shi have a year?

Tottori-shi has about 160 days with measurable rain in an average year. January has the most, about 21.

What is the hottest month in Tottori-shi?

August is the warmest month in Tottori-shi, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Tottori-shi?

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

What is the record high temperature in Tottori-shi?

The record high at the Tottori-shi station is 39°C, set on July 23, 1994. The record low is -7°C, on February 26, 1981.

What is the sunniest month in Tottori-shi?

November is the sunniest month in Tottori-shi, with sunshine about 43% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Tottori-shi?

The first fall freeze in Tottori-shi typically comes around December 17. The last spring freeze is around March 25.

What is the best time to visit Tottori-shi?

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