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Urakawa, Hokkaidō Temperature & Weather History

Hokkaidō, Japan · Climate data since 1981
📍 42.1667°N, 142.7670°E
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Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
August
Avg 20.3°C
Min 17.0°C
Max 23.7°C
Coldest Month
❄️
February
Avg -0.2°C
Min -5.3°C
Max 4.8°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
August
182 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
February
57 mm
Most Humid
💧
July
93%
Least Humid
🌬️
October
75%
Highest Ever
🌡️
27.5°C
August 2023
Lowest Ever
🧊
-8.4°C
February 2001

Urakawa Climate Overview

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

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

Humidity remains high throughout the year creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January🌨️6.2°C-4.8°C0.7°C77%697.11.81
February❄️4.8°C-5.3°C-0.2°C76%576.52.61
March🌨️6.5°C-3.3°C1.6°C78%765.83.71
April9.7°C0.8°C5.2°C84%934.74.61
May13.7°C4.2°C9.0°C89%1124.15.07
June17.7°C8.9°C13.3°C91%1063.65.12
July21.7°C13.3°C17.5°C93%1363.54.71
August🌧️23.7°C17.0°C20.3°C90%1823.94.25
September🌧️22.8°C14.5°C18.6°C82%1714.83.75
October19.5°C8.4°C13.9°C75%1295.92.85
November15.5°C1.6°C8.6°C76%1136.91.81
December10.9°C-2.6°C4.2°C77%887.51.49

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

🌍 Weather in Urakawa Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Urakawa

February is Urakawa's coldest month, with average lows reaching -5.3°C.
🌡️January to March (avg) · -4.5°C5.9°C

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

☀️ Summer in Urakawa

Summer temperatures in Urakawa peak in August, climbing to 23.7°C.
🌡️July to September (avg) · 14.9°C22.7°C

🌤️ Conditions are ideal for outdoor activities throughout the day in this Mild Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Urakawa

Urakawa sees its highest rainfall in August, receiving approximately 182 mm of precipitation.
🌧️July to September (avg) · up to 182 mm

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

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Urakawa Monthly Temperature Guide

August is the hottest month in Urakawa, with average highs reaching 23.7°C, while February is the coldest with lows dropping to -5.3°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 Urakawa

Urakawa receives its highest rainfall in August, while humidity peaks during summer months.
🌧️ Wettest: August 182 mm☀️ Driest: February 57 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 93% in July · annual avg 82%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:9.4°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1332 mm
Avg Humidity:82%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Urakawa's recorded history was 2024 (avg: 11.1°C), while the coldest was 1984 (avg: 8.0°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Urakawa'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

Urakawa's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 27.5°C in August 2023, while the lowest dropped to -8.4°C in February 2001.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

View Range:

Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Urakawa 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 🌧️
5.8°C10.8°C15.8°C222783%5.3 m/s
2024 🔥
6.0°C11.1°C16.2°C147383%5.1 m/s
2023
5.3°C10.7°C16.1°C150484%4.9 m/s
2022
4.9°C9.7°C14.4°C182884%5.0 m/s
2021
4.6°C9.8°C15.0°C183983%5.4 m/s
2020
5.2°C9.9°C14.6°C137683%5.2 m/s
2019
4.5°C9.7°C14.9°C133783%5.2 m/s
2018
4.4°C9.8°C15.3°C188783%5.3 m/s
2017
4.3°C9.4°C14.6°C145483%5.2 m/s
2016
4.5°C9.6°C14.8°C193383%5.6 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Urakawa?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), August is typically the hottest month in Urakawa, Hokkaidō, with average high temperatures around 23.7°C.

What is the coldest month in Urakawa?

February is the coldest month in Urakawa, with average low temperatures around -5.3°C.

What is the rainiest month in Urakawa?

August receives the most rainfall with approximately 182 mm, while February is the driest with 57 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Urakawa?

The highest recorded temperature was 27.5°C in August 2023. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Urakawa?

The lowest recorded temperature was -8.4°C in February 2001.

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 Urakawa get?

Urakawa receives the most sunlight in June with an average solar radiation of 5.12 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in Hokkaidō.

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