Weather in Fukuoka
What's the weather like in Fukuoka?
Fukuoka has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in January to 30°C (85°F) in July, with overnight lows around 3°C (38°F) and 24°C (74°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Fukuoka are April through June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 33.590, 130.402
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 3°C / 38°F | 85 mm | 16 | — |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | 3°C / 38°F | 78 mm | 16 | — |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 7°C / 44°F | 124 mm | 16 | — |
| April | 19°C / 65°F | 11°C / 51°F | 147 mm | 15 | — |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 15°C / 59°F | 152 mm | 15 | — |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 19°C / 67°F | 246 mm | 20 | — |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 24°C / 74°F | 275 mm | 24 | — |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 25°C / 76°F | 250 mm | 23 | — |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 69°F | 232 mm | 22 | — |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 15°C / 59°F | 94 mm | 14 | — |
| November | 17°C / 62°F | 10°C / 50°F | 82 mm | 14 | — |
| December | 11°C / 51°F | 5°C / 41°F | 78 mm | 15 | — |
Fukuoka by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
East Asia typhoon season runs June–November (peak August–October). Typhoons can disrupt travel — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Fukuoka?
The most comfortable months in Fukuoka are usually April, May, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Fukuoka?
August is typically the hottest month in Fukuoka, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Fukuoka?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 3°C (38°F).
Does it snow in Fukuoka?
Snow is rare in Fukuoka; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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