Sumida, Japan experiences average highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 11 rainy days per month. Average highs have warmed by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records.
Sumida, Japan Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Sumida, Japan. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.9/10
Best: May, June, September, October, November
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 20°C / 13°C
Feels Like 19°C / 12°C
Rainy Days 11
Rainfall 118 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 77%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 12°C
Snow Days 2 days
Frost Days 7 days
Hottest Month
31°C
August
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 11 days
Coldest Month
1°C
January
Avg High 9°C
Rain 6 days
Driest Month
6 days
January
Avg High 9°C
Avg Low 1°C
Windiest Month
24 km/h
April (Gusts 39)
Sea Temperature
8°C – 29°C
Warmest water: August (
29.1°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, February, August due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 04:36
Daylight 14.4h
Sunset 18:57
Live conditions —
Sumida on the map · live conditions
Sumida, Japan
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Japan
- City
- Sumida
- Population
- 287.8K
- Coordinates
- 35.73°, 139.82°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 18°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 12 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 13 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 13 days/mo
3/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 10°C
Avg Low 2°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 9°C / 1°C . Feb: 10°C / 2°C . Mar: 14°C / 6°C . Apr: 18°C / 11°C . May: 23°C / 15°C . Jun: 26°C / 19°C . Jul: 30°C / 24°C . Aug: 31°C / 25°C . Sep: 27°C / 22°C . Oct: 21°C / 15°C . Nov: 16°C / 9°C . Dec: 11°C / 3°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 52 mm. Feb: 53 mm. Mar: 124 mm. Apr: 119 mm. May: 128 mm. Jun: 177 mm. Jul: 160 mm. Aug: 117 mm. Sep: 165 mm. Oct: 190 mm. Nov: 85 mm. Dec: 48 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 71%. Feb: 69%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 75%. May: 77%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 82%. Aug: 80%. Sep: 82%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 78%. Dec: 74%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 20 km/h . Feb: 22 km/h . Mar: 23 km/h . Apr: 24 km/h . May: 23 km/h . Jun: 20 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 20 km/h . Sep: 19 km/h . Oct: 18 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 8h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 7h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperature swim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 9°C . Feb: 8°C . Mar: 11°C . Apr: 15°C . May: 19°C . Jun: 23°C . Jul: 27°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 28°C . Oct: 22°C . Nov: 17°C . Dec: 13°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 6. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 4. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Snow Days
Snow Days Snowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 2 days. Feb: 2 days. Mar: 1 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 0 days. Dec: 0 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.9°C (1.6°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 39 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 33°C | Aug · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 1°C | Jan · 1°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 181 mm | Oct · 190 mm |
| Windiest month | Apr 2025 · 24 km/h | Apr · 24 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Fair April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Fair August
Poor September best
Excellent October best
Wet November best
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 1°C | 5°C / -3°C | 6days (52 mm) Good | 7.8h Good | 71% Muggy | 3.2 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| February | 10°C / 2°C | 6°C / -2°C | 7days (53 mm) Good | 8.4h Good | 69% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Poor | View Details |
| March | 14°C / 6°C | 11°C / 3°C | 12days (124 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 73% Muggy | 4.8 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| April | 18°C / 11°C | 17°C / 9°C | 12days (119 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 75% Muggy | 5.6 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 23°C / 15°C | 23°C / 15°C | 13days (128 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 77% Humid | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 19°C | 28°C / 21°C | 14days (177 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 80% Humid | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 30°C / 24°C | 34°C / 27°C | 13days (160 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 82% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 25°C | 35°C / 29°C | 11days (117 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 80% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 22°C | 30°C / 24°C | 14days (165 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 82% Humid | 5.9 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 21°C / 15°C | 21°C / 15°C | 14days (190 mm) Wet | 6.5h Fair | 80% Humid | 3.9 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| November best | 16°C / 9°C | 15°C / 7°C | 10days (85 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 78% Humid | 3.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 11°C / 3°C | 8°C / 0°C | 6days (48 mm) Good | 7.5h Good | 74% Muggy | 2.9 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Sumida are May, June, September, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Sumida, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Sumida is August, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Sumida is January, with average overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Sumida is October, averaging 190mm of precipitation across 14 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Sumida runs through June, September, October, May, with the heaviest rainfall in June. Based on 10-year averages for Sumida.
Sumida receives approximately 97 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is August with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Sumida.
The least favorable months to visit Sumida are January, February, August, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider May, June, September, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Sumida is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Sumida is 77%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October average 26°C (79°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Yes, Sumida receives snow. Months with snowfall average 2 snow days and 3 cm (1 in) of accumulation, with about 7 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Sumida are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 24 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Sumida averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 59%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Sumida is 12°C (54°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Sumida has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Sumida ranges from 12°C (54°F) to 19°C (66°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
July is not the best time to visit Sumida, with a climate score of 5.6/10. Consider visiting during May, June, September, October, November instead for better conditions.
For July in Sumida, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat. With average highs of 30°C (85°F) and 13 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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