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Iwaki, Fukushima Temperature & Weather History

Fukushima, Japan · Climate data since 1981
📍 37.0505°N, 140.8880°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
August
Avg 24.9°C
Min 16.2°C
Max 33.7°C
Coldest Month
❄️
February
Avg 2.3°C
Min -7.4°C
Max 12.0°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
September
181 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
February
51 mm
Most Humid
💧
September
86%
Least Humid
🌬️
April
79%
Highest Ever
🌡️
39.0°C
July 2011
Lowest Ever
🧊
-12.4°C
March 1984

Iwaki Climate Overview

Iwaki has a warm temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in August and drop to their lowest in February, while rainfall is highest during autumn months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year, especially in autumn, creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌨️9.6°C-6.9°C1.3°C84%520.92.22
February🌨️12.0°C-7.4°C2.3°C82%511.02.99
March17.0°C-5.2°C5.9°C80%950.93.89
April22.9°C-2.4°C10.3°C79%1110.74.76
May26.6°C3.3°C15.0°C80%1280.55.06
June🌧️29.8°C9.2°C19.5°C84%1500.44.75
July🌧️33.3°C14.5°C23.9°C85%1700.34.44
August🌧️33.7°C16.2°C24.9°C84%1530.34.59
September🌧️30.7°C10.4°C20.5°C86%1810.43.59
October25.0°C3.3°C14.1°C86%1490.52.99
November🌨️19.4°C-2.0°C8.7°C86%750.62.36
December🌨️14.2°C-4.6°C4.8°C85%520.71.97

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Iwaki Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Iwaki

February is Iwaki's coldest month, with average lows reaching -7.4°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · -6.3°C11.9°C

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Iwaki

Summer temperatures in Iwaki peak in August, climbing to 33.7°C.
🌡️July to September (avg) · 13.7°C32.6°C

🌤️ Early mornings and evenings are most comfortable during this Hot Summer season.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Iwaki

Iwaki sees its highest rainfall in September, receiving approximately 181 mm of precipitation.
🌧️July to September (avg) · up to 181 mm

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Iwaki Monthly Temperature Guide

August is the hottest month in Iwaki, with average highs reaching 33.7°C, while February is the coldest with lows dropping to -7.4°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in August, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Iwaki

Iwaki receives its highest rainfall in September, while humidity peaks in autumn.
🌧️ Wettest: September 181 mm☀️ Driest: February 51 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 86% in September · annual avg 83%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:12.6°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1365 mm
Avg Humidity:83%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Iwaki's recorded history was 2024 (avg: 14.6°C), while the coldest was 1984 (avg: 11.2°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Iwaki's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Iwaki's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 39.0°C in July 2011, while the lowest dropped to -12.4°C in March 1984.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

View Range:

Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Iwaki shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
3.2°C13.9°C24.5°C158184%0.6 m/s
2024 🔥
4.3°C14.6°C25.0°C160084%0.7 m/s
2023
3.6°C14.1°C24.6°C163383%0.6 m/s
2022
2.5°C12.8°C23.2°C126085%0.6 m/s
2021
3.1°C13.2°C23.2°C166884%0.7 m/s
2020
3.6°C13.0°C22.5°C139985%0.6 m/s
2019
2.7°C13.2°C23.8°C154383%0.6 m/s
2018
2.4°C13.3°C24.1°C126383%0.6 m/s
2017
2.4°C12.6°C22.8°C132484%0.6 m/s
2016
1.9°C12.7°C23.6°C137184%0.6 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Iwaki?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), August is typically the hottest month in Iwaki, Fukushima, with average high temperatures around 33.7°C.

What is the coldest month in Iwaki?

February is the coldest month in Iwaki, with average low temperatures around -7.4°C.

What is the rainiest month in Iwaki?

September receives the most rainfall with approximately 181 mm, while February is the driest with 51 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Iwaki?

The highest recorded temperature was 39.0°C in July 2011. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Iwaki?

The lowest recorded temperature was -12.4°C in March 1984.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Iwaki get?

Iwaki receives the most sunlight in May with an average solar radiation of 5.06 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Fukushima.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45