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Ushiku Daibutsu Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Ushiku Daibutsu year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 9.6–18.1°C, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall, especially in April. Common activities: Flower viewing (e.g., cherry blossoms, if blooming time coincides), visiting the Ushiku Daibutsu. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, comfortable long pants, rain gear.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 22.0–28.0°C, hot and humid, with the most rainfall in June, but less rain in July and August. Common activities: Visiting the Ushiku Daibutsu (pay attention to sun protection), walking in nearby parks (avoid midday). Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, hat, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 13.0–25.2°C, comfortable and pleasant climate, with decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, visiting the Ushiku Daibutsu. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 3.8–6.8°C, cold and dry, with less rainfall. Common activities: Indoor activities such as visiting museums. Recommended clothing: Warm coat, scarf, gloves.

Ushiku Daibutsu climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 16°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1389 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Ushiku Daibutsu monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
3.8°C
34.8
February
5°C
62.5
March
9.6°C
111.3
April
14.8°C
134.1
May
18.1°C
186.7
June
22°C
230
July
27.2°C
100.1
August
28°C
100.6
September
25.2°C
171.8
October
18°C
128.4
November
13°C
88
December
6.8°C
41.5

Ushiku Daibutsu weather for the next seven days

5/19
Tuesday
Sunny
29.2°C/19.4°C
5/20
Wednesday
Partly Cloudy
29.7°C/19.4°C
5/21
Thursday
Heavy rain
16.8°C/14.4°C
5/22
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
14.5°C/13.3°C
5/23
Saturday
Overcast
18.8°C/12.8°C
5/24
Sunday
Overcast
19.5°C/15.3°C
5/25
Monday
Sunny
27.8°C/15.8°C

Ushiku Daibutsu Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is the purpose of the Ushiku Daibutsu statue?

The 120-meter-high and 4,000-ton statue was erected in 1993 and is currently in Ushiku, Ibaraki. The Daibutsu held the record for the tallest statue in the world from 1993 to 2008. It was erected to commemorate the birth of Shinran, the founder of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism in Japan.

Is Ushiku Daibutsu worth visiting?

While Ushiku Daibutsu is truly a sight to behold, a tour that takes you inside and high up this enormous statue is what sets it apart. Your tour starts when you enter through the statue's back and find yourself in a pitch-black room, which opens up into to the sacred and solemn "World of Inifinite Light and Life" room.

How big is the Ushiku Daibutsu?

Ushiku Daibutsu (牛久大仏) is a statue located in Ushiku, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. Completed in 1993, it stands a total of 120 metres (390 ft) tall, including the 10 m (33 ft) base and 10 m lotus platform.

What can you experience inside the Ushiku Daibutsu?

Visitors can ascend inside the Ushiku Daibutsu statue. The interior features a museum-like experience detailing the life of Buddha and the statue's construction, culminating in a viewing area offering panoramic views of the surrounding Ibaraki Prefecture.

When was the Ushiku Daibutsu statue completed?

The impressive Ushiku Daibutsu statue was completed in 1993, marking a significant achievement in monumental Buddhist art and architecture in Japan.