🇯🇵 Yamaguchi Prefecture Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
🌨️ January
Cool and dry. Yamaguchi City averages 2 to 9°C. Snow is rare along the coast but may dust inland hills. Skies are mostly clear, with brisk winds from the Sea of Japan. Ideal for visiting onsen towns like Nagato Yumoto.
🌨️ February
Still chilly. Highs reach 8–11°C, with lows near 2°C. Occasional rain and light snow inland. Plum blossoms begin blooming in parks around Hofu and Shimonoseki. Sunshine increases slightly.
🌧️ March
Spring begins. Temperatures rise to 10–15°C. Rainfall increases. Cherry blossoms start budding late in the month. Coastal areas begin to green. Fog may form in valleys and mountain passes.
🌸 April
Mild and blooming. Highs reach 15–22°C. Cherry blossoms peak across the prefecture, especially at Ruriko-ji Temple and along the Ichinosaka River. Rain showers alternate with sunny spells.
🌼 May
Warm and pleasant. Temperatures climb to 18–25°C. Rainfall is light, and skies are mostly clear. Ideal for hiking in Akiyoshidai and exploring coastal towns like Hagi. Greenery flourishes.
🌦️ June
Rainy season begins. Highs range from 22–28°C. Humidity rises, and afternoon showers are frequent. Rivers swell, and rice paddies fill. Misty mornings are common in rural areas.
🌧️ July
Hot and wet. Temperatures reach 26–32°C. Rainfall peaks early, then tapers off. Summer festivals begin, including fireworks displays in Shunan and Ube. Evenings stay warm and muggy.
☀️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 28–34°C. Rain is infrequent, and sunshine dominates. Coastal breezes offer relief. Popular for beach outings and mountain escapes. Heat advisories are common.
🌧️ September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 24–30°C. Rain returns due to typhoon activity. Nights begin to cool, and early foliage appears in higher elevations. Harvest season begins.
🍂 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 and scenic drives.
🌫️ November
Chilly and damp. Highs hover around 12–19°C, with lows near 7°C. Rain is frequent, and fog blankets valleys. Early frosts appear in mountainous areas. Fall foliage lingers in parks and gardens.
🌨️ December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from 4 to 11°C. Snowfall resumes inland and in higher elevations. Coastal towns see more rain than snow. Illuminations brighten city streets and castle grounds.
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