KMS Weather

Weather and Climate at KMS

Kochi Medical School, located in Kochi Prefecture, Japan, experiences a humid subtropical climate. The region has:

• Summer: Hot and humid with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 32°C (77°F to 90°F).
• Winter: Mild with temperatures between 5°C to 15°C (41°F to 59°F).
• Rainfall: High, especially during the tsuyu (rainy season) from June to mid-July.
• Extreme Weather: Occasionally affected by typhoons in late summer and early autumn.

The weather at KMS can impact commuting due to heavy rains and may influence outdoor research activities, particularly during typhoon season.