Weather radar Kagoshima
Real-time precipitation radar · Kagoshima · Japan
Kagoshima climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Kagoshima shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 13.4° | 14.7° | 18.8° | 22.3° | 24.9° | 28.1° | 31.8° | 32.5° | 31.4° | 26.7° | 21° | 14.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 6° | 7.4° | 10.6° | 14.3° | 17.7° | 22.3° | 26.2° | 26.7° | 25° | 19.3° | 13.3° | 7.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 68 | 113 | 174 | 202 | 288 | 439 | 193 | 291 | 132 | 102 | 109 | 65 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 19 | 20 | 20 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Sunshine hours | 224 | 200 | 231 | 238 | 229 | 216 | 302 | 293 | 282 | 259 | 233 | 229 |
| Humidity | 72% | 71% | 74% | 74% | 78% | 83% | 82% | 81% | 79% | 75% | 75% | 73% |
Best time to visit Kagoshima
The best time to visit Kagoshima is typically December. In this month the average high is 14.9°C, precipitation is 65 mm and sunshine duration is 229 hours. The annual average high is 23.4°C, total annual precipitation is 2176 mm (161 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2936 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kagoshima
How up to date is the weather radar for Kagoshima?
The weather radar for Kagoshima is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Kagoshima?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Kagoshima: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Kagoshima?
The thunderstorm potential for Kagoshima is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Kagoshima.
What is the climate like in Kagoshima?
Kagoshima has an annual average high of 23.4°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 32.5°C), the coldest January (avg low 6°C). The wettest month is June with 439 mm, the driest December with 65 mm. Total annual precipitation is 2176 mm (161 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2936 hours.