The best times to visit Tanegashima for ideal weather are

March 12th to June 10th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Tanegashima Travel Info

Weather in Tanegashima

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tanegashima vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a chance of precipitation throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 33rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Tanegashima, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid August where highs are regularly around 88.9°F (31.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 78.1°F (25.6°C) at night.

Tanegashima Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tanegashima Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Tanegashima Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tanegashima Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tanegashima Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 56.4 52.3 45.7
Feb 59.4 54.7 47.6
Mar 63.5 58.3 51.2
Apr 69.4 63.8 56.9
May 75.3 69.6 63.3
Jun 79.5 74.9 70.5
Jul 86.4 81.4 76.8
Aug 88.1 82.7 77.9
Sep 84.4 78.9 73.7
Oct 77.5 72.2 66.4
Nov 69 64.3 58.1
Dec 60.7 56 49.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.6 11.3 7.6
Feb 15.2 12.6 8.7
Mar 17.5 14.6 10.7
Apr 20.8 17.7 13.8
May 24.1 20.9 17.4
Jun 26.4 23.8 21.4
Jul 30.2 27.4 24.9
Aug 31.2 28.2 25.5
Sep 29.1 26.1 23.2
Oct 25.3 22.3 19.1
Nov 20.6 17.9 14.5
Dec 15.9 13.3 9.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tanegashima are October, January, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 18th.

When can you find snow in Tanegashima? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Tanegashima.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tanegashima (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 23% 0 3.3
Feb 31% 0 5.6
Mar 31% 0 6.4
Apr 31% 0 7.5
May 26% 0 10
Jun 54% 0 24.6
Jul 25% 0 9.6
Aug 27% 0 7.2
Sep 33% 0 8.7
Oct 23% 0 7.5
Nov 29% 0 5.6
Dec 24% 0 4.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 8.4
Feb 31 0 14.2
Mar 31 0 16.3
Apr 31 0 19.1
May 26 0 25.4
Jun 54 0 62.5
Jul 25 0 24.4
Aug 27 0 18.3
Sep 33 0 22.1
Oct 23 0 19.1
Nov 29 0 14.2
Dec 24 0 11.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Tanegashima has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is January (55.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (80.5%).

Wind in Tanegashima is usually stronger than many places. The windiest month is December, followed by January and March. December’s average wind speed of around 14.3 knots (16.5 MPH or 26.6 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late December where average top sustained speeds reach 23.3 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Tanegashima.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 14 Significant breeze 21.6 Strong breeze
Feb 12.6 Significant breeze 20.5 Strong breeze
Mar 12.7 Significant breeze 20.3 Strong breeze
Apr 11.2 Significant breeze 18.3 Strong breeze
May 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.7 Strong breeze
Jun 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Jul 9.6 Gentle breeze 15.6 Strong breeze
Aug 9.4 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Sep 8.5 Gentle breeze 14.2 Strong breeze
Oct 9.9 Gentle breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Nov 11 Significant breeze 18 Strong breeze
Dec 14.3 Significant breeze 22 Very strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 55.2%
Feb 58.6%
Mar 58%
Apr 60.3%
May 68.9%
Jun 80.5%
Jul 77.5%
Aug 74.8%
Sep 72.2%
Oct 65.3%
Nov 61.8%
Dec 56.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tanegashima?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Japan; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Tanegashima, Japan is February, followed by March and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Tanegashima in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48 in October means 48% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Tanegashima Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 60.1°F (15.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 8 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 8 to 16 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Tanegashima, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 86.3°F (30.2°C) and 65.6°F (18.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 7 to 10 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Tanegashima to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 62.5°F (16.9°C) and 55.5°F (13.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 9 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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