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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 41–61°F, 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 70–80°F, 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 48–73°F, 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 32–36°F, 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. 55.9°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1305 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: July
Yamagata monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
32.7°F
83
February
34.2°F
70.9
March
41.5°F
102.3
April
54.7°F
87.2
May
61.9°F
114.9
June
70.3°F
116.1
July
78.6°F
182.3
August
80.6°F
119.5
September
73.6°F
138.1
October
58.8°F
74.5
November
48.2°F
99.5
December
36.7°F
117
Yamagata weather for the next seven days
11/27
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
51.7°F/39.4°F
11/28
Friday
Moderate rain
46.3°F/37.9°F
11/29
Saturday
Sunny
46.5°F/34.5°F
11/30
Sunday
Sunny
55°F/33.4°F
12/1
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
58.4°F/36.6°F
12/2
Tuesday
Cloudy
45°F/35.6°F
12/3
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
43.9°F/29.9°F
