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🇯🇵 Shimane Prefecture Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
🌨️ January
Cold and snowy, especially inland. Matsue averages 1–7°C with frequent snow and cloudy skies. Mountainous areas like Okuizumo receive heavy snowfall. Coastal towns along the Sea of Japan are damp and overcast.
🌨️ February
Still wintry. Highs reach 5–9°C, with lows near freezing. Snow continues in elevated regions. Rain and sleet are common in coastal areas. Sunshine remains limited.
🌧️ March
Spring begins. Temperatures rise to 8–14°C. Snow melts in lower areas, replaced by rain. Early blossoms appear in gardens and parks. Foggy mornings are frequent.
🌸 April
Mild and blooming. Highs reach 14–20°C. Cherry blossoms peak across Shimane, especially around Matsue Castle and Lake Shinji. Rainfall is moderate, with alternating sunny days.
🌼 May
Warm and pleasant. Temperatures climb to 18–25°C. Rainfall is light, and sunshine increases. Ideal for hiking in the Chugoku Mountains and visiting Izumo Taisha.
🌦️ June
Start of the rainy season. Highs range from 22–28°C. Humidity rises, and afternoon showers are frequent. Rivers swell, and vegetation flourishes.
🌧️ July
Hot and wet. Temperatures reach 26–32°C. Rainfall peaks, and thunderstorms are common. Inland areas feel muggy, while coastal towns offer slight relief.
☀️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 27–33°C. Rain decreases slightly, and sunshine dominates. Summer festivals and beach outings are popular across the region.
🌧️ September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 23–29°C. Rain returns due to typhoon activity. Winds pick up, and nights begin to cool. Foliage starts to shift.
🍂 October
Cooler and clearer. Highs drop to 17–24°C. Rainfall decreases, and autumn colors peak in forests and temple grounds. Crisp air makes it ideal for travel.
🌫️ November
Wet and chilly. Highs hover around 12–18°C, with lows near 7°C. Rain is frequent, and fog blankets valleys. Early frosts appear in higher elevations.
🌨️ December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from 5–10°C. Snowfall resumes, especially inland. Coastal towns see more rain than snow. Festive lights brighten city streets.
