NovemberOhara Festival
Kyushu ・ Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
Every year November 2 (Yoru Matsuri) and 3 (Hon Matsuri)
2026: Nov 2 (Mon) Yoru Matsuri & Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) Hon Matsuri
Kyushu Weather Guide
Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki Weather & What to Wear
Kagoshima, Sakurajima, Ibusuki, Sengan-en
This area covers Kagoshima City, facing the active volcano Sakurajima in Kinko Bay; Sengan-en, a former villa of the Shimazu clan; and Ibusuki, known for its sand baths. With an annual average temperature of 18.8°C, it's the warmest of this guide's areas on the Kyushu mainland. Depending on the wind, ash from Sakurajima can fall on the city, so it's a good idea to check the Japan Meteorological Agency's ashfall forecast.
- January low
- 4.9℃
- August high
- 32.7℃
- Max snow depth
- 2cm
Forecast
Forecast: Today & the Next 7 Days
JMA forecast issued Oct 22, 11 AM
Every 3 Hours: Today & Tomorrow
- Today3 PMSunny27°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 6 PMSunny25°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 PMSunny22°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- Tomorrow12 AMCloudy22°☂ 20%6–9m/s
- 3 AMCloudy22°☂ 20%10–14m/s
- 6 AMCloudy22°☂ 50%10–14m/s
- 9 AMRain23°☂ 50%10–14m/s
- 12 PMRain24°☂ 80%3–5m/s
- 3 PMRain24°☂ 80%3–5m/s
- 6 PMRain24°☂ 70%3–5m/s
- 9 PMRain23°☂ 70%6–9m/s
Weather and wind are for the wider area; temperature is for the main forecast point. Chance of rain is for the 6-hour period.
- Today10/22(Thu)Sunny27°/17°Observed: 17°☂ 0%
- Tomorrow10/23(Fri)Cloudy, then rain24°/21°☂ 80%
- 10/24(Sat)Cloudy, rain at times29°/25°☂ 70%
- 10/25(Sun)Cloudy, brief rain30°/26°☂ 50%Reliability C
- 10/26(Mon)Cloudy, rain at times29°/25°☂ 70%Reliability B
- 10/27(Tue)Cloudy, sunny at times27°/19°☂ 30%Reliability C
- 10/28(Wed)Sunny, cloudy at times25°/16°☂ 20%Reliability A
- ☂ Chance of rain
- From day 3, the weekly forecast covers a wider prefecture-level area.
- Reliability of the weekly forecast (A: high, B: fairly high, C: fairly low)
- "Observed" is the temperature measured so far today by JMA weather stations (AMeDAS), not a forecast.
- Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (weather forecast)
Best Season
Best Time to Visit Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
For spring
Cherry blossoms usually open around March 26. April highs are around 22°C, ideal for exploring Sakurajima and Sengan-en.
For autumn
October and November bring highs of around 21–26°C. With lots of sunny days, it's a comfortable season for sightseeing.
Climate
Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki Temperature & Snow Through the Year
Monthly high / low temperature (°C)
HighLow
Monthly max snow depth (cm)
Month by Month
Month-by-Month Weather & What to Wear
| Month | High | Low | Precip. | Max snow depth | What to wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13.1℃ | 4.9℃ | 78.3mm | 2cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Feb | 14.6℃ | 5.8℃ | 112.7mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Mar | 17.5℃ | 8.7℃ | 161mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Apr | 21.8℃ | 12.9℃ | 194.9mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| May | 25.5℃ | 17.3℃ | 205.2mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Jun | 27.5℃ | 21.3℃ | 570mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Jul | 31.9℃ | 25.3℃ | 365.1mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Aug | 32.7℃ | 26.0℃ | 224.3mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Sep | 30.2℃ | 23.2℃ | 222.9mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Oct | 25.8℃ | 18.0℃ | 104.6mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Nov | 20.6℃ | 12.2℃ | 102.5mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Dec | 15.3℃ | 6.9℃ | 93.2mm | 1cm | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
Clothing tips are based on the normal high temperature and snow depth. Bring an extra layer for mornings and evenings.
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Seasons
Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki Through the Seasons
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Spring
Mar–MayCherry blossoms open in late March, and April highs are around 22°C. The rainy season starts at the end of May, so earlier in spring is better for a trip.
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Summer
Jun–AugThe rainy season usually runs from around May 30 to around July 15, and June is extremely wet, with 570.0 mm of rain. After the rainy season, it's hot, with highs around 32–33°C.
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Autumn
Sep–NovThe lingering heat is intense in September, with highs around 30°C, and typhoons are a concern. October gets comfortable at around 26°C.
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Winter
Dec–FebHighs around 13–15°C, with mornings around 5°C. Winters are warm for the Kyushu mainland, but you'll need a jacket in the mornings and evenings.
Events
Events & festivals in Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
NovemberFireworks
Fireworks festivals in Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
🎆 AugustKagoshima Kinkowan Summer Night Fireworks Festival
Kyushu ・ Kagoshima, Kagoshima
🎆 Usually late August (Saturday, August 29 in 2026)
About 15,000 shells (official)Paid seats
Onsen
Onsen towns in Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
♨ OnsenIbusuki Onsen
Kyushu ・ Ibusuki, Kagoshima
♨ Day use Sand bath: adults ¥1,500, children ¥800 / Hot spring only: adults ¥800, children ¥400 (as of October 2026)
Private baths
Attractions
Attractions in Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
AquariumIo World Kagoshima City Aquarium
Kyushu ・ Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
An aquarium in Honkoshin-machi, Kagoshima City, themed on Kagoshima's seas, from Kinko Bay to the Nansei Islands. It displays about 800 species, and the large Kuroshio tank with its whale shark and the dolphin programs are popular. It's about 15 minutes by streetcar from Kagoshima-Chuo Station, making it easy to drop by while sightseeing in the city.
Travel Passes
Travel passes you can use in Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
🚄 JRJR KYUSHU RAIL PASS (All Kyushu / Northern Kyushu / Southern Kyushu)
Kyushu ・ 3, 5 or 7 consecutive days (Southern Kyushu is 3 days only; Northern Kyushu is 3 or 5 days)
From ¥22,000
🚌 BusSUNQ PASS
Kyushu ・ Paper passes are valid for 3 or 4 consecutive days. Digital passes: the 3-day pass covers any 3 days within 5 days from the start date, and the 4-day pass any 4 days within 7 days (each day runs from 3:00 to 26:59)
🚄 JRJapan Rail Pass
Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed
From ¥50,000
Getting Around
Getting to and from Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki
Fukuoka (Hakata) → Kagoshima (Kagoshima-Chuo)
Fastest: About 1 hr 20–35 min (e.g. Mizuho No. 601 departs Hakata 8:30 → arrives 9:53; Sakura No. 741 departs 9:06 → arrives 10:39)
🚄 Shinkansen🚌 Highway bus
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki TripPR
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Other Areas
Weather in Other Areas
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperature and snow figures are normals from the Kagoshima station; actual weather varies from year to year.
