Best Time to Visit Yamagata
Best time: May, Jun, Apr, Oct.
Aug is warmest (28.9°C high); Jul is rainiest (155 mm).
Yamagata weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | -4.4 | 87 | 2.9 |
| Feb | 2.6 | -4.2 | 75 | 4 |
| Mar | 6.6 | -1.5 | 73 | 5.6 |
| Apr | 14.6 | 4.6 | 79 | 7.3 |
| May | 20.4 | 10.2 | 84 | 8.2 |
| Jun | 23.5 | 14.9 | 117 | 7.5 |
| Jul | 27 | 18.9 | 155 | 7.3 |
| Aug | 28.9 | 20.1 | 152 | 7.5 |
| Sep | 23.8 | 15.4 | 145 | 5.6 |
| Oct | 17.7 | 8.7 | 101 | 4.5 |
| Nov | 11.3 | 2.8 | 92 | 3.1 |
| Dec | 5.3 | -1.5 | 88 | 2.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayJunAprOct
Beaches: AugJulJunSep
Hiking: MayApr
Sightseeing: MayJunAprOct
Yamagata quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yamagata?
May, Jun, Apr, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 155 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 28.9°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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