The month in detail
What to expect in June
Summer in Hiroshima brings pleasant temperatures (77°F) and long sunny days (5.2h of sunshine). Expect rain on 35% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.0/10) remains theoretically better.
June ranks 4 out of 12 months in Hiroshima. Compared to May: +5°F daytime, 11 pts more rainy days, −1.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in June
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
22°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
14.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 38
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Is June the right month?
The best month in Hiroshima is September (8.0/10), 0.2 pt higher than June.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Japan
🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 36%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Hiroshima ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JapanTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.0 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.40°N · 132.46°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hiroshima?
September is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 5.6h of sunshine and 34.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Hiroshima get in September?
Hiroshima averages 5.6 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Hiroshima?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Hiroshima in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Hiroshima good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Hiroshima scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.6/10.
When should you avoid Hiroshima?
January is the most difficult month to visit Hiroshima, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Hiroshima in June?
In June, the sea averages 71°F in Hiroshima: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Hiroshima in June?
The average UV index reaches 7 in June in Hiroshima (high), with about 14.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.