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Current weather and clothing

The weather information shown here is the information closest to the station in question. Please note that there may be slight differences.

Yearly temperature changes and recommended clothing

Clothing recommendations for each temperature range

When traveling in Japan with the following average temperatures, the recommended clothing is as follows:

Monthly changes in temperature, precipitation, and snowfall (1991~2020 average, Japan Meteorological Agency survey)

Winter

December

In December, the weather becomes even colder, and the average temperature drops to 2.4°C. The precipitation in December is 97.2 mm, and there is a significant amount of snowfall. Winter clothing is essential, including a warm winter coat, boots, gloves, and a hat. Thermal undergarments and socks are recommended for added warmth. Men and women should wear long pants or jeans and a warm sweater or hoodie.

January

January is the coldest month in Yamagata, with an average temperature of -0.1°C. The average snowfall reaches 103 cm. Visitors should prepare for cold and snowy weather. We recommend wearing thick winter coats, woolen sweaters, thermal underwear, and warm pants for both men and women. Accessories such as gloves, scarves, and hats are also recommended to keep you warm.

February

February is still cold, but temperatures start to rise slowly with an average temperature of 0.4°C. The average snowfall reaches 79 cm. We recommend similar clothing as January with maybe a lighter coat, woolen sweaters, and pants, but still warm enough to fight the cold temperatures.

Spring

March

The average temperature in March is 4.0°C. The weather starts to get warmer, and snow begins to melt in this month. The average precipitation level in March is 72.1 mm. March is still cold and requires warm clothes, but as the weather is milder than the previous two months, visitors may wear lighter layers of clothing such as lighter jackets or thick sweaters, warm pants or jeans, thermal underwear, and accessories like gloves and hats.

April

The weather in April is generally mild, with an average temperature of 10.2°C. We recommend wearing a raincoat, as well as light jackets or sweaters. Men and women should wear pants, jeans, or skirts with thick stockings or leggings. You may also need a pair of waterproof shoes.

May

May is still mild with an average temperature of 16.2°C. Visitors should wear light layers of clothing such as light jackets, T-shirts, and long pants, or skirts with stockings or leggings. You may not need thermal clothing this month. Accessories such as sunglasses and hats are also recommended for sunny days.

Summer

June

June marks the beginning of summer in Yamagata, with an average temperature of 20.3°C. The average precipitation level is 104.8 mm, so you should carry an umbrella. Lightweight clothing such as T-shirts, shorts, and skirts can be worn during the daytime. Men and women can also wear light jackets or sweaters in case the weather gets chilly.

July

July is the hottest month in Yamagata, with an average temperature of 23.9°C. The precipitation level is similar to June, with an average of 187.2 mm. You should wear light, breathable clothing like T-shirts, shorts, and skirts. Men and women can wear light cotton pants as well. Accessories such as sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen are also recommended.

August

August has similar temperatures to July, with an average temperature of 25°C. The precipitation level is lower than July, with an average of 153.0 mm. Lightweight clothing like T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and cotton pants are suitable. We recommend carrying a light jacket or sweater as it might be useful during the night. Sunscreen and hats are also necessary to protect yourself from the sun.

Autumn

September

In September, the weather begins to cool down, but it is still relatively warm with an average temperature of 20.6°C. The precipitation in September is 123.8 mm. It is still fairly humid, but less so than in the summer months. A light jacket or cardigan may be needed in the morning or evening, but during the day, a light shirt and pants or shorts should suffice for both men and women.

October

In October, the weather continues to cool down, and the average temperature drops to 14.1°C. The precipitation in October is 105.1 mm, and there may be some windy days as well. A jacket or coat may be needed, especially in the evening or early morning when it can be quite chilly. Long pants or jeans and a long-sleeved shirt or sweater are recommended for both men and women.

November

In November, the weather becomes much colder with an average temperature of 7.7°C. Snowfall begins in some areas. Warm winter clothing is necessary, including a heavy coat or jacket, boots, and warm socks. Men and women should also wear long pants or jeans and a warm sweater or hoodie.