KWC Weather

Weather and Climate at KWC

Kagoshima Women's College, located in Kagoshima Prefecture, experiences a humid subtropical climate. The weather at KWC is characterized by:

• Summer: Hot and humid with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 32°C (77°F to 90°F). High humidity can make it feel even warmer.
• Winter: Mild and relatively dry with temperatures ranging from 7°C to 15°C (45°F to 59°F). Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
• Rainfall: Significant, with the rainy season typically occurring from early June to mid-July. Annual precipitation averages around 2,000 mm.
• Extreme Weather: Kagoshima is prone to typhoons, especially from August to October, which can impact commuting and campus life.

The climate at Kagoshima Women's College affects daily life by necessitating adjustments in commuting patterns during typhoon season and encouraging indoor activities during the hottest parts of summer.