July · Japan
Best time to visit Kagoshima in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kagoshima in July
Average temperature 27°C, 393 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
3.1/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 393 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
July in Kagoshima scores 3.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 393 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kagoshima faces the Sakurajima volcano across its bay, with gardens, hot springs and Satsuma history.
July in Kagoshima — the hardest end of the year
Days in July average 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 86% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 393 mm, but with about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.1/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 6.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Kagoshima — 3.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kagoshima in July?
- In July, Kagoshima averages 27°C, 393 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.1/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Kagoshima?
- July earns a 3.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kagoshima in July?
- Expect about 393 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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