Climate of Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Miyagi Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Miyagi Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -0.5°C / 31.1°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in August, with rainfall from 56 mm / 2.2 in to 174 mm / 6.9 in depending on the season (1259 mm / 49.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -0.5°C31.1°F | 56 mm2.2″ | Snowy |
| February | -0.2°C31.6°F | 59 mm2.3″ | Snowy |
| March | 2.5°C36.5°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| April | 8.5°C47.3°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| May | 13.6°C56.5°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| June | 17.4°C63.3°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| July | 21.4°C70.5°F | 158 mm6.2″ | — |
| August | 23.1°C73.6°F | 157 mm6.2″ | — |
| September | 19°C66.2°F | 174 mm6.9″ | — |
| October | 13.1°C55.6°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
| November | 7.3°C45.1°F | 78 mm3.1″ | — |
| December | 2.3°C36.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Miyagi Prefecture?
Miyagi Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 23.1°C / 73.6°F, and the driest is January at 56 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Miyagi Prefecture?
Miyagi Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -0.5°C / 31.1°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1259 mm / 49.6 in, with the wettest month being September (174 mm / 6.9 in) and the driest January (56 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Miyagi Prefecture?
The hottest month in Miyagi Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.1°C / 73.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Miyagi Prefecture?
The coldest month in Miyagi Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -0.5°C / 31.1°F.
When does it rain most in Miyagi Prefecture?
The wettest month in Miyagi Prefecture is September, averaging about 174 mm / 6.9 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 56 mm / 2.2 in.