Shirahama Beach Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Shirahama Beach: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Shirahama Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52° | 38° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 54° | 40° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 44° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 55° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 74° | 60° | 11,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 79° | 67° | 16,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 87° | 76° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 89° | 77° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 86° | 74° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 76° | 64° | 8,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 66° | 51° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 43° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Shirahama Beach
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Shirahama Beach compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Shirahama Beach.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | 52 mi | 63°F | about the same | 61 in |
| Osaka | 71 mi | 63°F | 33°F cooler | 66 in |
| Himeji-jo | 88 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 57 in |
| Fushimi Inari Taisha | 92 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 63 in |
| Gion | 95 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 63 in |
Best time to visit Shirahama Beach
Go in November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, May and June - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Summary
Shirahama Beach is a beach in Japan. Shirahama Beach is a beach known for white sand on the Kii Peninsula.
The best time to visit Shirahama Beach is November. The climate is temperate. March, May and June tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX), about 52 mi away. Nearby highlights include Himeji-jo, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Shirahama Beach?
Shirahama Beach is a beach in Japan. Its coordinates are 33.68, 135.34. It lies in Asia.
When is the best time to visit Shirahama Beach?
November offer the most comfortable conditions in Shirahama Beach, which has a temperate climate. March, May and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What is the nearest airport to Shirahama Beach?
The closest airports are Kansai International Airport (KIX), 52 mi away and Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 284 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Shirahama Beach?
Popular options include Himeji-jo, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration, Mount Fuji and Mount Fuji.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
