Fukuoka
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Fukuoka month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Fukuoka are typically May, October and November, with average daytime highs around 17–23°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low 4°C), and July the wettest (about 259 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.4 | 4.2 | 79 | 6.1 |
| February | 10.1 | 4.2 | 85 | 7.3 |
| March | 14.3 | 7.5 | 128 | 7.9 |
| April | 18.5 | 11.6 | 142 | 8.5 |
| May | 22.6 | 15.7 | 162 | 8.9 |
| June | 25.7 | 20.1 | 246 | 8.2 |
| July | 30.1 | 24.5 | 259 | 9.6 |
| August | 31.5 | 25.4 | 232 | 10.6 |
| September | 27.9 | 22.1 | 227 | 8.2 |
| October | 22.6 | 16.5 | 98 | 7.9 |
| November | 17.4 | 10.9 | 83 | 7.7 |
| December | 11.4 | 5.9 | 75 | 6.1 |
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01 · OverviewFukuoka, in brief
Fukuoka is a designated city in Japan and the capital city of Fukuoka Prefecture, located along the shores of Hakata Bay in the Kyushu region. Home to 1,612,392 residents, the municipality functions as the country's nearest major point to the Asian mainland and has served as a hub for international commerce since ancient times.
Ancient gateways and continental trade
Human habitation in the area stretches back to the Jomon period, but the arrival of early settlers during the Yayoi period introduced critical technologies such as early rice cultivation, bronze, and copper tools. Situated near the Sea of Japan at latitude 33.6 and longitude 130.41667, the locality quickly established itself as a natural entry point for cultural exchanges and diplomatic missions.
The turning point of imperial contact
A major historical turning point occurred in 57 A.D. when interaction between the region and the Han dynasty of China was officially recorded. According to the Book of the Later Han, an envoy visited the imperial court during the reign of Emperor Guangwu, resulting in the presentation of a gold seal that was later discovered in the 17th century. By the end of the Asuka Period, this early gateway—sometimes called the Port of Dazaifu—transformed into a vital regional government headquarters for Kyushu and an essential trade center connecting Japan with Tang China.
Distinctive culture and modern growth
Because of continuous cross-cultural exposure and its considerable distance from historical political centers like Kyoto, Osaka, and Edo, the area developed a unique local culture and dialect that persists today. In 1600, daimyō Kuroda Nagamasa introduced the name Fukuoka, naming his castle town after his ancestral home in Bizen Province. Designated by government ordinance on April 1, 1972, the modern municipality has experienced rapid demographic expansion. In July 2011, the city surpassed the population of Kyoto, marking the first time since Kyoto's founding in 794 that a city west of the Kansai region exceeded Kyoto in population. By 2015, Fukuoka surpassed Kobe to become Japan's sixth largest city.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fukuoka
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01 · Q&AWhere is Fukuoka located and what are its coordinates?
Fukuoka is situated in Japan at geographic coordinates 33.6000, 130.4167, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Fukuoka?
Fukuoka has a recorded population of approximately 1,612,392 and observes the Asia/Tokyo time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Fukuoka?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Fukuoka include Japanese, with JPY used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Fukuoka?
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