Uke Shima
Island Volcanic island in Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan
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How to Get to Uke Shima #
Uke Shima is accessed by ferry from Kagoshima or nearby regional ports. Ferry schedules vary seasonally; consult local ferry operators for current timetables and plan connections from Kagoshima city.
Tips for Visiting Uke Shima #
- Check local ferry timetables; rural island services in Kagoshima Prefecture can be infrequent.
- Bring cash and provisions - small islands often lack ATMs and convenience stores.
- If interested in birdlife or remote rural culture, inquire with local officials for guided walks and access permissions.
Best Time to Visit Uke Shima #
Spring through autumn offers the most pleasant weather and reliable boat connections for visiting small islands in Kagoshima.
Weather & Climate near Uke Shima #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 13°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2359 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 17°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (146 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Heavy rain (233 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Heavy rain (285 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (347 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (196 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (204 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (179 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (165 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
