Daikon Island

Island Island in Shimane Prefecture known for agriculture

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Daikon Island
Daikon Island, Shimane Prefecture, Japan (inland sea/river delta area)
35.4938, 133.1774

How to Get to Daikon Island #

Access depends on the island’s specific location within Shimane Prefecture-typically reached from nearby ports or by short ferry from a regional mainland point. Matsue and Izumo are common regional hubs with onward local transport options.

Tips for Visiting Daikon Island #

  • Daikon Island is small and best explored on foot or by bicycle-respect private farmland.
  • Try the local onsen or coastal fish dishes in nearby Matsue city after a day of exploring.
  • Check tide tables before walking exposed coastal flats.

Best Time to Visit Daikon Island #

Mild seasons are best for walking and exploring local agriculture; summer can be humid and rainy.

Spring
March-May · 10-20°C
Comfortable weather and blossoming fields-good for short hikes and village visits.
Autumn
September-November · 10-20°C
Clearer skies and cooler air; good for coastal views and seafood season.

Weather & Climate near Daikon Island #

Climate

Daikon Island's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1570 mm/year), wettest in September.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
-5°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.9h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (111 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

111 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
18° 25°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (190 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

190 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.1h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.3h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (197 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
19° 26°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

197 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.2h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.7h daylight

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