Awashima Island, Niigata
Island Small Niigata island with fishing village and shrine
A small coastal island off Niigata Prefecture with a fishing harbour and a shrine. Tourists arrive by ferry for seaside walks, local seafood and seasonal festivals.
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How to Get to Awashima Island, Niigata #
Reached by local ferry from the Niigata mainland; schedules vary seasonally. Check local ferry operators in Niigata City for current timetables.
Tips for Visiting Awashima Island, Niigata #
- Check ferry schedules from the Niigata mainland in advance-services can be infrequent outside summer.
- Look for the island's shrine and small fishing hamlet; the best seafood is often cooked by local families rather than restaurants.
Best Time to Visit Awashima Island, Niigata #
Visit in summer for boat access and island festivals; check ferry timetables.
Weather & Climate near Awashima Island, Niigata #
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 1°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2076 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (212 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (198 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (156 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (184 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (232 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (265 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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