City in Miyagi, Japan
Sendai weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sendai
Late April–May and Oct–Nov are mild and clear. Early August brings the busy Tanabata festival; summers are humid, and winters are cold with some snow.
Sendai weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan2°126 mm
- Feb3°81 mm
- Mar7°93 mm
- Apr15°92 mm
- May21°94 mm
- Jun25°116 mm
- Jul28°204 mm
- Aug29°168 mm
- Sep25°142 mm
- Oct18°153 mm
- Nov12°127 mm
- Dec5°150 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C35°F | -4°C25°F | 126 mm | 95% | Freezing |
| February | 3°C37°F | -4°C25°F | 81 mm | 94% | Freezing |
| March | 7°C45°F | -1°C30°F | 93 mm | 88% | Cold |
| April | 15°C58°F | 4°C39°F | 92 mm | 82% | Cool |
| May | 21°C69°F | 10°C50°F | 94 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C77°F | 15°C59°F | 116 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| July | 28°C83°F | 19°C67°F | 204 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C85°F | 20°C69°F | 168 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| September | 25°C77°F | 16°C62°F | 142 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| October | 18°C65°F | 10°C50°F | 153 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| November | 12°C53°F | 4°C39°F | 127 mm | 89% | Cool |
| December | 5°C41°F | -1°C31°F | 150 mm | 93% | Cold |
Best months across Japan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Kyoto | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Osaka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Hiroshima | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Nara | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Sapporo | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Okinawa | Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakone | Apr–May, Oct–Dec | Aug (24°C) |
| Fukuoka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Kawaguchiko | Oct–Feb | Aug (26°C) |
| Niseko | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Aug (24°C) |
| Yokohama | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kanazawa | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Takayama | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Nagoya | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Nikko | May, Jul–Aug, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Kamakura | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kobe | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakuba | Jan–Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Ishigaki | Apr–May, Jul, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Nagasaki | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Shirakawa-go | Feb, May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Miyakojima | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Hakodate | Jun–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Otaru | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Beppu | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Matsumoto | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Koyasan | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (27°C) |
| Furano | Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug | Aug (25°C) |
| Sendai | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Sendai?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Late April–May and Oct–Nov are mild and clear. Early August brings the busy Tanabata festival; summers are humid, and winters are cold with some snow.
When is the rainy season in Sendai?
Rain peaks in July with about 204 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug, Oct, Dec.
What is the hottest month in Sendai?
August, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Sendai get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -4°C (25°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.