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Tsushima Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Tsushima year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 11.5–18.5°C, mild and rainy, with occasional showers. Common activities: Hiking, flower viewing. Suggested clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 22.2–28.1°C, hot and humid, abundant rainfall. Common activities: Beach activities, water sports. Suggested clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 15.0–25.3°C, comfortable temperature, September has more rainfall, other months have moderate rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, maple viewing (in some areas). Suggested clothing: Comfortable trousers, light jacket.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 6.6–7.9°C, cold and dry, low rainfall. Common activities: Hot spring experience, indoor activities. Suggested clothing: Warm jacket, beanie, scarf.

Tsushima climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 17°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1555 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: September

Tsushima monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
6.6°C
38.9
February
7.6°C
72.5
March
11.5°C
93.9
April
15.3°C
123
May
18.5°C
117
June
22.2°C
210.2
July
26.3°C
180.5
August
28.1°C
197.2
September
25.3°C
266.5
October
19.8°C
99.6
November
15°C
126.6
December
7.9°C
29.9

Tsushima weather for the next seven days

1/28
Wednesday
Sunny
6°C/4°C
1/29
Thursday
Sunny
6°C/3.5°C
1/30
Friday
Partly Cloudy
4.3°C/1.9°C
1/31
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
6.9°C/3.5°C
2/1
Sunday
Partly Cloudy
5.3°C/3°C
2/2
Monday
Sunny
8.3°C/4.5°C
2/3
Tuesday
Sunny
10.4°C/7.6°C

Tsushima Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

Is Ghost of Tsushima a real story?

Ghost of Tsushima is a work of historical fiction inspired by the real 1274 Mongol invasion of Tsushima Island, Japan. While the game features fictional characters like Jin Sakai and Khotun Khan, and takes artistic liberties for narrative and aesthetic purposes, its setting and the initial Mongol landing are based on historical events.

Did the Mongols actually invade Tsushima?

Yes, the Mongols did invade Tsushima during their first invasion of Japan in 1274. They used the island as a strategic initial target and base before advancing to the mainland. The battle at Komoda Beach on Tsushima was a significant engagement where local samurai forces faced overwhelming numbers of Mongol invaders.

Is Tsushima in Japan or Korea?

Tsushima is an island that belongs to Japan. Geographically, it is located in the Sea of Japan, situated between Japan and the Korean Peninsula, making it closer to South Korea than mainland Japan.

What real-world island is the game Tsushima based on?

The island depicted in the game is based on the real-world Tsushima Island, which is part of Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan. This large island in the Genkai Sea served as a crucial location during the 1274 Mongol invasions of Japan. The game draws on the island's geography and historical context, though it incorporates fictional elements for its storytelling.

What are some historical elements in the game Ghost of Tsushima that relate to Tsushima Island?

The game is set during the historical 13th-century Mongol invasion of Japan in 1274, a real event that heavily involved Tsushima Island. The initial landing of Mongol forces and the battle at Komoda Beach are directly based on actual historical occurrences on the island, providing a backdrop for the game's narrative.