Kuroshima (Kagoshima)
Island Remote Japanese island in Kagoshima Prefecture
Kuroshima in Kagoshima Prefecture is a southern Japanese island with beaches and coral nearshore; travelers come for snorkeling, quiet seaside roads and a slower pace of island life.
Kuroshima is a small island administered as part of Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. Its position in the southern Japanese island groups places it in a subtropical maritime zone.
The island’s coast and nearshore waters offer marine and coastal scenery typical of small islands in the region, including rocky shores and littoral vegetation. There are no widely noted large-scale tourist facilities on the island.
Kuroshima is a natural island feature of Kagoshima Prefecture and does not have widely reported major historic monuments. Local use has traditionally centred on small-scale fishing and coastal livelihoods where inhabited.
Geographically the island lies in the southern Japanese archipelago within Kagoshima Prefecture. Access and nearest larger population centres are those of Kagoshima’s island communities and the prefectural transport network.
- Prefecture and coordinates: Located in Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Japan, at approximately 30.83111 N, 129.93379 E.
How to Get to Kuroshima (Kagoshima) #
Regular ferry services run from larger islands or from Kagoshima prefectural ports; routes and frequency vary by season.
Tips for Visiting Kuroshima (Kagoshima) #
- Ferry schedules to remote Ryukyuan islands change seasonally; check Kagoshima prefectural ferry timetables before planning.
- Kuroshima's volcanic terrain rewards sturdy footwear and patience - some tracks are unpaved and steep.
Best Time to Visit Kuroshima (Kagoshima) #
Warmer months make sea travel easier and outdoor activities more comfortable; winter is quieter but still accessible by scheduled ferry.
Weather & Climate near Kuroshima (Kagoshima) #
Kuroshima (Kagoshima)'s climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 28°C. Heavy rainfall (2777 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (152 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (179 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Heavy rain (246 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (319 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (516 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (299 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). Heavy rain (262 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (246 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
