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Fukuoka

Decide whether to visit or live in Fukuoka, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.

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Updated Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Fukuoka?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

Travelers should monitor weather forecasts, avoid areas prone to flash flooding, and be prepared for possible flight or train cancellations during periods of heavy rain.

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Climate normals · 20162025

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.

Monthly averages computed from 20162025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January9.44.2796.1
February10.14.2857.3
March14.37.51287.9
April18.511.61428.5
May22.615.71628.9
June25.720.12468.2
July30.124.52599.6
August31.525.423210.6
September27.922.12278.2
October22.616.5987.9
November17.410.9837.7
December11.45.9756.1

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What is being reported around Fukuoka

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People and places shaping Fukuoka

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Research updated Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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Current public leadership

  • Sōichirō Takashima

    Wikidata currently records this person as Fukuoka's head of government. Japanese politician.

People associated with this place

No person with a direct, sourced association to Fukuoka has been verified yet.

Historical figures

No historical figure has been extracted from reliable context for Fukuoka yet.

Local business and employers

  • Kyushu University

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Fukuoka. Higher education institution in Fukuoka, Japan.

  • Level-5

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese independent video game developer and publisher.

  • CyberConnect2

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese video game developer.

  • Stardust Promotion

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese talent agency.

  • Cing

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese videogame development company.

Newspapers and local media

  • Asahi Shimbun

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese newspaper.

  • Yomiuri Shimbun

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese newspaper.

  • TVQ Kyushu Broadcasting

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Fukuoka. Company.

  • Television Nishinippon Corporation

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese television station.

  • Fukuoka Broadcasting Corporation

    Structured data records this local media outlet as headquartered in Fukuoka. Japanese television station.

Buildings and landmarks

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01 · Overview

Fukuoka, in brief

Fukuoka is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Fukuoka took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Fukuoka

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Fukuoka

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Fukuoka

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Fukuoka

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Fukuoka

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08 · Questions

Questions about Fukuoka

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fukuoka

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Fukuoka located and what are its coordinates?

Fukuoka is situated in Japan at geographic coordinates 33.6000, 130.4167 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What 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 (JPY).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Fukuoka?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Fukuoka include ja, and the circulating currency is JPY.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Fukuoka?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Fukuoka, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.