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Yamagata Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09
Yamagata year round climate
- Spring (March–May): Average 5.3–16.6°C, mild climate, but early spring can still be chilly. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed. Common activities: flower viewing, hiking, hot spring trips. Recommended clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable walking shoes.
- Summer (June–August): Average 21.3–27°C, hot and humid, with the most rainfall in July. Common activities: mountain climbing, playing in streams, enjoying local cuisine. Recommended clothing: light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
- Autumn (September–November): Average 9.0–23.1°C, comfortable and pleasant climate, with gradually decreasing rainfall. Common activities: autumn leaves viewing, enjoying the flavors of the harvest. Recommended clothing: light jacket, comfortable clothing; note the large temperature difference between morning and evening.
- Winter (December–February): Average 0.4–2.6°C, cold and dry, with relatively heavy snowfall. Common activities: skiing, hot spring experiences, admiring snow scenery. Recommended clothing: warm clothing, thick jacket, scarf, gloves, hat.
Yamagata climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 13.3°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1305 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: July
Yamagata monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
0.4°C
83
February
1.2°C
70.9
March
5.3°C
102.3
April
12.6°C
87.2
May
16.6°C
114.9
June
21.3°C
116.1
July
25.9°C
182.3
August
27°C
119.5
September
23.1°C
138.1
October
14.9°C
74.5
November
9°C
99.5
December
2.6°C
117
Yamagata weather for the next seven days
8/6
Thursday
Fog
32.2°C/17.5°C
8/7
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
32.7°C/19.5°C
8/8
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
30.4°C/19.3°C
8/9
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
29.2°C/16.9°C
8/10
Monday
Sunny
28.7°C/15°C
8/11
Tuesday
Mist
21.1°C/16.7°C
8/12
Wednesday
Fog
23.1°C/19.7°C
