Iwate weather in February
Are you planning a trip to Iwate in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Iwate in February?
Iwate is a region in Japan. February in Iwate generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. In February, it is winter.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Morioka at 1°C to cold in Ichinoseki at 6°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Ichinoseki and -9°C in Morioka. In many areas in Japan, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.
In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Ichinoseki with an average of 65 mm to high snow/rainfall in Shizukuishi with 100 mm.
For specific regional insights in Iwate for February, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Iwate climate page.
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What is the weather like in February for the 5 most popular destinations in Iwate?
Morioka
In February Morioka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hachimantai
In February Hachimantai generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hanamaki
In February Hanamaki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Shizukuishi
In February Shizukuishi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Ichinoseki
In February Ichinoseki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Iwate, in Japan.
Is February the best time to visit Iwate?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Morioka, February may not be the ideal time to visit Iwate.
Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Morioka. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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