Okayama is a prefecture in the Chugoku region of Japan. It is located on the main island of Honshu and is bordered by Tottori, Hiroshima, Hyogo, and Kagawa prefectures. The prefecture covers an area of 7,114 square kilometers and has a population of 1.9 million people.
The capital of Okayama is the city of Okayama, which is located in the south of the prefecture. The city is known for its beautiful gardens, such as the Korakuen Garden, and its cultural attractions, such as the Okayama Castle.
The prefecture is also home to the historic city of Kurashiki, which is located on the Seto Inland Sea. Kurashiki is known for its traditional merchant houses and canals, which are part of the city’s preserved historical district.
The prefecture has a long history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Jomon period (14,000-300 BC). During the Edo period (1603-1868), Okayama was part of the Bizen Province and was ruled by the Ikeda clan.
Okayama is known as the “Land of Sunshine” due to its mild climate and abundant sunshine. Agriculture is a major industry in the prefecture, with rice, mandarin oranges, and peaches being some of the main crops.
The prefecture is also home to several universities, including Okayama University, Okayama Prefectural University, and the Okayama University of Science. The prefecture is also home to several museums, including the Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art and the Okayama Orient Museum.
In recent years, Okayama has become a popular tourist destination due to its natural beauty and cultural attractions. The prefecture is home to several hot springs, including the famous Kibiji hot spring, as well as a variety of other attractions, such as the Okayama Korakuen Garden, the Okayama Castle, and the Kurashiki Historical District.
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Okayama has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. In spring, the weather is mild and sunny, and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Summers are hot and humid, with occasional typhoons. In autumn, the air is clear and cool, and the leaves turn beautiful shades of red and yellow. Winters are relatively mild, with occasional snowfall. All in all, Okayama is a great place to experience the changing of the seasons.
Our weather forecast for Okayama helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Dec. 8th 2024 Dec. 8th 2024 | max: 9.4 °C min: 3.5 °C |
24.1 m/s 50.8 m/s |
37.3 % 23.2 m |
65.8 % 1,020 hPa |
06:59:06 16:53:25 |
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Dec. 9th 2024 Dec. 9th 2024 | max: 10.7 °C min: 3.5 °C |
6.5 m/s 9.7 m/s |
44.1 % 24.1 m |
62.6 % 1,023 hPa |
06:59:53 16:53:32 |
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Dec. 10th 2024 Dec. 10th 2024 | max: 12.6 °C min: 5.2 °C |
17.6 m/s 25.2 m/s |
51.9 % 24.1 m |
57.1 % 1,020 hPa |
07:00:38 16:53:41 |
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Dec. 11th 2024 Dec. 11th 2024 | max: 9.0 °C min: 4.3 °C |
19.1 m/s 28.1 m/s |
66.9 % 24.1 m |
66.1 % 1,021 hPa |
07:01:23 16:53:52 |
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Dec. 12th 2024 Dec. 12th 2024 | max: 10.1 °C min: 3.5 °C |
5.0 m/s 7.9 m/s |
61.4 % 24.1 m |
58.4 % 1,022 hPa |
07:02:07 16:54:05 |
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Dec. 13th 2024 Dec. 13th 2024 | max: 12.8 °C min: 7 °C |
8.6 m/s 14.4 m/s |
82.3 % 24.1 m |
54.2 % 1,019 hPa |
07:02:49 16:54:20 |
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Dec. 14th 2024 Dec. 14th 2024 | max: 9.2 °C min: 3.9 °C |
26.6 m/s 43.2 m/s |
41.7 % 24.0 m |
63.1 % 1,015 hPa |
07:03:30 16:54:37 |
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Dec. 15th 2024 Dec. 15th 2024 | max: 9.8 °C min: 3 °C |
11.5 m/s 31.9 m/s |
48.4 % 24.1 m |
61.3 % 1,020 hPa |
07:04:10 16:54:55 |
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Dec. 16th 2024 Dec. 16th 2024 | max: 9.2 °C min: 4.5 °C |
22.7 m/s 47.9 m/s |
16.5 % 24.1 m |
58.6 % 1,020 hPa |
07:04:48 16:55:15 |
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Dec. 17th 2024 Dec. 17th 2024 | max: 8.4 °C min: 2.7 °C |
22.0 m/s 36.0 m/s |
11.7 % 24.1 m |
61.4 % 1,025 hPa |
07:05:25 16:55:37 |
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Dec. 18th 2024 Dec. 18th 2024 | max: 8.1 °C min: 1.6 °C |
6.8 m/s 18.4 m/s |
18.5 % 24.1 m |
63.5 % 1,032 hPa |
07:06:01 16:56:01 |
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Dec. 19th 2024 Dec. 19th 2024 | max: 9.4 °C min: 1.8 °C |
5.9 m/s 6.7 m/s |
42.9 % 24.1 m |
59.1 % 1,031 hPa |
07:06:35 16:56:26 |
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Dec. 20th 2024 Dec. 20th 2024 | max: 12.9 °C min: 5.1 °C |
16.9 m/s 43.9 m/s |
99.0 % 18.9 m |
83.2 % 1,020 hPa |
07:07:08 16:56:54 |
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