Japan Fukuoka Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Fukuoka is high
Fukuoka Weather in July — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 31° / 24°
- Rainfall
- 320mm · 14 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Fukuoka in July averages a high of 31°C and low of 24°C with 320mm of rain over about 14 days. Hot + humid + tsuyu lingering. T-shirt + shorts + UV protection. Reef-safe sunscreen for Itoshima beach trips. Cooling towel + fan in bag. Quick-dry fabrics over cotton. Indoor evening shoes for Hakata Gion Yamakasa float-viewing.
July is high for Fukuoka.
July is dominated by Hakata Gion Yamakasa Matsuri (July 1-15) — the canonical Fukuoka festival, a 770-year-old tradition centered at Kushida Shrine. The climax is the Oiyama race on July 15 at 4:59 AM, when seven 1-ton kazariyama floats race 5km through Hakata streets carried by 30 shouting men each. Hotels triple for the festival week — book 3-4 months ahead. Outside the festival week, July is hot (31°C / 88°F highs, felt-temperature 95°F+) and humid (75%), with the tail of tsuyu through July 19. Itoshima beach + Nokonoshima Island in full summer mode. Korean summer holiday peak begins late month.
Travel score
Summer + Hakata Gion Yamakasa Matsuri (770 years)
July Weather at a Glance
July averages 88°F / 31°C highs and 75°F / 24°C lows — peak heat begins. Felt temperature 95°F+ / 35°C+ with humidity 75%. 14 rainy days, 320mm. Rainy season ends around July 19-20. UV 9.
July Travel Advice
Short sleeves + shorts + SPF 50 + water bottle + folding fan. July 1-15 Hakata Gion Yamakasa Matsuri at Kushida Shrine — July 15 at 4:59 AM 'Oiyama' finale (arrive 3:00 AM for view, dress in dark colors). Peak crowds of the year for the festival week. Indoor cooling refuges essential for non-festival days.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean summer holiday peak — Asia-Fukuoka $280-490 round-trip. Yamakasa week (July 10-15) drives hotel pricing 2-3x baseline. Weekday departures slightly cheaper. Western summer-holiday inbound mild.
July Pricing Trends
Yamakasa + Korean summer holiday — Hakata Station 4-star $155-280/night festival week. Kushida Shrine district $210-340. Outside Yamakasa $100-180.
Fukuoka July Weather Stats
Avg High
31°C
Avg Low
24°C
Rainy Days
14
320mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
high
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
26°C
swimming peak
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
35°C
Nighttime
24°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hakata Gion Yamakasa Matsuri (770-year festival, July 15 Oiyama 4:59 AM iconic)
- Itoshima beach full season
- Nokonoshima Island summer wildflowers
- Yatai full season (warm nights)
Cons
- 31°C+ peak heat (felt 95°F+)
- 320mm rain (rainiest month)
- Hotels triple during Yamakasa
- Typhoon risk starts late month
July Events & Festivals
- Hakata Gion Yamakasa Matsuri (July 1-15, climax July 15 at 4:59 AM Oiyama race, 770-year history)
- Tsuyu rainy season ends around July 19-20
- Itoshima beach + Nokonoshima full season
Fukuoka in July — Full Picture
July is dominated by Hakata Gion Yamakasa Matsuri (July 1-15) — the canonical Fukuoka festival, a 770-year-old tradition centered at Kushida Shrine. The climax is the Oiyama race on July 15 at 4:59 AM, when seven 1-ton kazariyama floats race 5km through Hakata streets carried by 30 shouting men each. Hotels triple for the festival week — book 3-4 months ahead. Outside the festival week, July is hot (31°C / 88°F highs, felt-temperature 95°F+) and humid (75%), with the tail of tsuyu through July 19. Itoshima beach + Nokonoshima Island in full summer mode. Korean summer holiday peak begins late month.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot + humid + tsuyu lingering. T-shirt + shorts + UV protection. Reef-safe sunscreen for Itoshima beach trips. Cooling towel + fan in bag. Quick-dry fabrics over cotton. Indoor evening shoes for Hakata Gion Yamakasa float-viewing.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19°C
11°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current29.7°C
22.7°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22.7°C
15.7°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Fukuoka Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 3° | 9d·75mm | 4h | 65% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 4° | 8d·70mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 15° | 7° | 10d·110mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·110mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 15° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 19° | 14d·280mm | 5h | 75% | 7 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·320mm | 5h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 9d·175mm | 6h | 73% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 11d·175mm | 6h | 70% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 23° | 16° | 7d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 17° | 10° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 12° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 65% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Fukuoka?
Fukuoka in July is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Fukuoka in July?
Fukuoka July averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C.
Does it rain much in Fukuoka in July?
Fukuoka July averages 320mm of rainfall over about 14 rainy days.
What should I wear in Fukuoka in July?
Hot + humid + tsuyu lingering. T-shirt + shorts + UV protection. Reef-safe sunscreen for Itoshima beach trips. Cooling towel + fan in bag. Quick-dry fabrics over cotton. Indoor evening shoes for Hakata Gion Yamakasa float-viewing.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Fukuoka in July?
Fukuoka July sunrise is 05:30 and sunset is 19:30, with 14h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Fukuoka in July?
Fukuoka July air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Fukuoka in July?
In July, Fukuoka is great for Hakata Gion Yamakasa (July 1-15, climax July 15 4:59 AM), Itoshima beach, Nokonoshima Island.
Is July peak season in Fukuoka?
Fukuoka July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.