Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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February in Sendai brings low temperatures around 6°C (43°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Sendai. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sendai - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sendai typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 6°C (43°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -2°C (28°F) to 0°C (32°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sendai spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Sendai spans 1976 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in February →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Sendai in February. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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