Shizuoka sits on Japan’s Pacific-facing Kanto/Tokai coastal plain, where the early-summer tsuyu rain front brings weeks of steady rain in June, and the peak typhoon season from August through October can deliver the year’s most intense rainfall in a single system.
Sitting between mountains and the Pacific coast, the city’s steep terrain just inland can send heavy rain into low-lying areas quickly during a strong storm. Because typhoon tracks and strength can shift within hours of approach, radar imagery is a core part of how residents and disaster-management agencies monitor a storm as it nears the coast. The Japan Meteorological Agency operates the national weather radar network covering Shizuoka. Learn more: Hurricane Season Radar Guide · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Shizuoka right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Shizuoka in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Shizuoka, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Shizuoka rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Shizuoka?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Japan are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Shizuoka or pass by.
Is this Shizuoka rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.