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Data source：Meteostat
Last updated：2025-09

Weather in Kushimoto throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): 12.8–19.2°C on average, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall, especially in April and May. Common activities: Coastal walks, flower viewing (if suitable flowers are in bloom). Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, rain gear.
  • Summer (June–August): 22.4–28.0°C on average, hot and humid with relatively high rainfall, especially in June. Common activities: Swimming, surfing, diving. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, swimwear, sun hat, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): 21.0–16.8°C on average, comfortable climate with decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing (if suitable maple leaves are in bloom), hiking. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
  • Winter (December–February): 10.2–9.2°C on average, cool temperatures with low rainfall. Common activities: Hot springs, enjoying winter seascapes. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf, hat.

Weather in Kushimoto

Annual average temperature: approx. 18.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 2552 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Kushimoto weather by month

Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
8.7°C
74.3
February
9.2°C
91
March
12.8°C
200.3
April
16.8°C
225.7
May
19.2°C
283.7
June
22.4°C
416.7
July
26.5°C
288.3
August
28°C
255.7
September
26.3°C
320.3
October
21°C
193
November
16.8°C
144.7
December
10.2°C
59

7-day weather forecast for Kushimoto

11/7
Saturday
Sunny
17.5°C/8.9°C
11/8
Sunday
Overcast
16.4°C/8°C
11/9
Monday
Overcast
18.6°C/11.2°C
11/10
Tuesday
Sunny
17.7°C/8.2°C
11/11
Wednesday
Sunny
16.8°C/7.9°C
11/12
Thursday
Sunny
18.4°C/11.9°C
11/13
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
20.1°C/14.4°C

Kushimoto travel FAQs and useful info

Is Kushimoto worth visiting?

The coastline around Kushimoto and the Island of Oshima is quite beautiful and sometimes spectacular. If you are in Kushimoto, the southern most point of Honshu Island spend the time to cross the bridge to Oshima Island.

What is Kushimoto known for?

Kushimoto, located at the southernmost point of Japan's largest island, Honshu, had been renowned for centuries as a strategic military and commercial access point. These days, visitors enjoy an unobstructed view of the Pacific Ocean at a spacious park with nearby lighthouse and campgrounds.

What is the climate in Kushimoto?

Kushimoto has a humid subtropical climate characterized by warm summers and cool winters with light to no snowfall. The average annual temperature in Kushimoto is 17.5 °C. The average annual rainfall is 2515 mm with September as the wettest month.

What is the population of Kushimoto?

Kushimoto, a charming coastal town in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan, is nestled in the picturesque Higashimuro District. With an estimated population of 15,192 and a population density of 110 persons per km², this small town offers a tranquil escape.

What are the must-see natural attractions in Kushimoto?

Kushimoto is celebrated for its stunning natural beauty, particularly its dramatic coastline. Visitors should not miss exploring the rugged shores and unique rock formations that line the coast. Oshima Island, accessible via a bridge, offers panoramic ocean views and is a highlight for nature lovers.