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Data source：Meteostat
Last updated：2025-09

Weather in Kushimoto throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): 55–66°F 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): 72–82°F 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): 69–62°F 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): 50–48°F 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. 64.8°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 2552 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Kushimoto weather by month

Month
Temperature (°F)
Rainfall (mm)
January
47.7°F
74.3
February
48.6°F
91
March
55°F
200.3
April
62.2°F
225.7
May
66.6°F
283.7
June
72.3°F
416.7
July
79.7°F
288.3
August
82.4°F
255.7
September
79.3°F
320.3
October
69.8°F
193
November
62.2°F
144.7
December
50.4°F
59

7-day weather forecast for Kushimoto

11/7
Saturday
Sunny
63.7°F/47.9°F
11/8
Sunday
Overcast
61.6°F/46.2°F
11/9
Monday
Overcast
68.2°F/52.1°F
11/10
Tuesday
Sunny
64.5°F/47°F
11/11
Wednesday
Sunny
62.6°F/47.1°F
11/12
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
66.1°F/49.2°F
11/13
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
69.9°F/59.9°F

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.