🇯🇵 Aomori Prefecture Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
🌨️ January
Harsh and snowy. Aomori City averages −4 to 3°C. Heavy snowfall blankets the region, especially in the Tsugaru and Shimokita areas. Skies are often overcast, and blizzards are common. Inland roads may be icy.
🌨️ February
Still deep winter. Highs reach 1–5°C, with lows near −5°C. Snow continues steadily. Sunshine increases slightly. Snow festivals and illuminations brighten towns like Hirosaki. Winds from the Sea of Japan intensify cold spells.
🌧️ March
Spring begins slowly. Temperatures rise to 4–10°C. Snow melts in lower elevations, replaced by rain and slush. Plum blossoms start blooming in southern areas. Fog appears in valleys and mountain passes.
🌸 April
Mild and blooming. Highs reach 10–17°C. Cherry blossoms peak mid-to-late month, especially at Hirosaki Castle. Rain showers alternate with sunny spells. Snow lingers in higher elevations.
🌼 May
Warm and pleasant. Temperatures climb to 14–22°C. Rainfall is light, and skies are mostly clear. Ideal for hiking in the Shirakami Mountains and exploring coastal towns. Greenery flourishes.
🌦️ June
Rainy season begins. Highs range from 18–25°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 22–29°C. Rainfall peaks early, then tapers off. Nebuta Festival preparations begin. Evenings stay warm and muggy. Thunderstorms may occur.
☀️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 24–31°C. Rain is infrequent. Sunshine dominates. The Nebuta Festival lights up Aomori City. Coastal breezes offer relief. Popular for beach visits and mountain escapes.
🌧️ September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 20–27°C. Rain returns due to typhoon activity. Nights begin to cool. Early foliage appears in higher elevations like Mt. Hakkōda.
🍂 October
Cooler and clearer. Highs drop to 14–21°C. Rainfall decreases. 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 8–15°C, with lows near 3°C. Rain is frequent, and fog blankets valleys. Early frosts appear in mountainous areas. Snow begins late in the month.
🌨️ December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from −2 to 6°C. Snowfall resumes inland and in ski resorts. Coastal towns see more sleet than snow. Illuminations brighten city streets and castle grounds.
