Translation guide
The dry season is the time of year with little rainfall. In Japanese, it is most commonly expressed as 乾季 (かんき), but the specific term depends on the region and climate.
Referring to the dry season in a general or tropical climate context.
Describing the dry season in temperate or monsoon climates, often contrasted with rainy season.
A descriptive phrase meaning 'season with little rain', useful when a specific term like 乾季 might not fit.
今年は雨の少ない季節が長く続いています。
This year, the dry season has been lasting a long time.
Referring to the dry season in Japan, which is not a typical tropical dry season but a period with less rain.
Japan doesn't have a clear 'dry season' like tropical countries. Instead, describe the period directly, e.g., 冬は乾燥する (it's dry in winter).
日本の冬は空気が乾燥します。
In Japan, the air is dry during winter.
乾季 is mainly used for tropical climates with distinct wet and dry seasons. In temperate regions like Japan, it's more natural to describe the weather pattern rather than use a fixed term.
The dry season in Thailand is from November to February.
Literally 'dry period', often used in technical or agricultural contexts.
この地域の乾燥期は農業に影響を与えます。
The dry period in this region affects agriculture.
Specifically refers to a period of water shortage or drought, often used in hydrology.
ダムの貯水量は渇水期に減少します。
The dam's water level decreases during the dry season.