When is the best time to go to Shibetsu
The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Shibetsu, Japan. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.
Average temperatures in Shibetsu
Shibetsu weather by month
Please note our recommendations for when to visit Shibetsu are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.
January
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2°C | 44mm | 5hrs | 10.4hrs | 2°C |
The climate in Shibetsu during January can be summarized as cold and reasonably dry.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Shibetsu for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
January is in the winter in Shibetsu and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -2°C (28°F), whilst at night -10°C (15°F) is normal.
On average January is the driest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 44mm 1.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 22 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day.
February
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2°C | 34mm | 6.2hrs | 11.5hrs | 0°C |
February in Shibetsu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being cold.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Shibetsu for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
February is in the winter in Shibetsu and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing -3°C (27°F), whilst at night -10°C (14°F) is normal.
On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 34mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 19 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.
Shibetsu weather in February »
March
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1°C | 60mm | 6.5hrs | 12.8hrs | 0°C |
The weather in March in Shibetsu is characteristically cold and reasonably dry.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Shibetsu, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.
March is in the spring in Shibetsu and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 1°C (34°F), whilst at night -6°C (22°F) is normal.
On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 60mm 2.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 20 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
April
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6°C | 77mm | 6.2hrs | 14.4hrs | 1°C |
Shibetsu's weather in April is typically cool and reasonably dry in nature.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Shibetsu for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
April is in the spring in Shibetsu and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 7°C (45°F), whilst at night 0°C (32°F) is normal.
On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 77mm 3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.
May
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11°C | 95mm | 6.2hrs | 15.7hrs | 4°C |
May is a a little damp month in Shibetsu and the temperature is generally cool.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Shibetsu.
May is in the spring in Shibetsu and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 12°C (54°F), whilst at night 4°C (40°F) is normal.
On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 95mm 3.7 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 19 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.2 hours of sunshine per day.
June
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13°C | 102mm | 5.2hrs | 10.4hrs | 8°C |
The climate in Shibetsu during June can be summarized as mild and damp.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Shibetsu for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
June is in the summer in Shibetsu and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 15°C (59°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.
On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 102mm 4 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 20 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day.
July
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17°C | 100mm | 4.5hrs | 11.5hrs | 12°C |
July in Shibetsu is generally a little damp with the temperature being mild.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Shibetsu, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.
July is in the summer in Shibetsu and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 18°C (65°F), whilst at night 12°C (54°F) is normal.
On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 100mm 3.9 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 21 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.
August
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19°C | 113mm | 4.5hrs | 12.8hrs | 16°C |
The weather in August in Shibetsu is characteristically warm and damp.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Shibetsu, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
August is in the summer in Shibetsu and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 21°C (70°F), whilst at night 15°C (59°F) is normal.
On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 113mm 4.4 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 20 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.5 hours of sunshine per day.
September
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17°C | 131mm | 5.6hrs | 14.4hrs | 15°C |
Shibetsu's weather in September is typically mild and wet in nature.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Shibetsu.
September is in the fall / autumn in Shibetsu and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 19°C (66°F), whilst at night 12°C (54°F) is normal.
On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 131mm 5.1 inches of rain making it a wet time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5.6 hours of sunshine per day.
Shibetsu weather in September »
October
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13°C | 107mm | 6hrs | 15.7hrs | 12°C |
October is a damp month in Shibetsu and the temperature is generally mild.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Shibetsu for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
October is in the fall / autumn in Shibetsu and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 14°C (58°F), whilst at night 7°C (44°F) is normal.
On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 107mm 4.2 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 18 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6 hours of sunshine per day.
November
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7°C | 72mm | 5hrs | 10.4hrs | 8°C |
November in Shibetsu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being cool.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Shibetsu for your holidays. The weather is often pretty bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
November is in the fall / autumn in Shibetsu and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 8°C (46°F), whilst at night 0°C (33°F) is normal.
On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 72mm 2.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 18 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 5 hours of sunshine per day.
Shibetsu weather in November »
December
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length | Sea temp |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2°C | 46mm | 4.8hrs | 11.5hrs | 5°C |
December in Shibetsu is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being cold.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Shibetsu, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
December is in the winter in Shibetsu and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a freezing 2°C (35°F), whilst at night -5°C (23°F) is normal.
On average December is the wettest month of the year in Shibetsu with around 46mm 1.8 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 20 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 4.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Other monthly averages
Shibetsu weather stats
| Hottest month: | August | 20.9°C 69.6°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | February | 34mm 1.3ins |
| Sunniest month: | February | 6.2hrs |
| Coldest month: | February | -2.8°C 27°F |
| Wettest month: | September | 131mm 5.2ins |
| Warmest sea: | August | 15.8°C 60.4°F |
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