Iwate Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Iwate, Japan in February.

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Morioka Hachimantai Hanamaki Shizukuishi

Thinking about venturing to Iwate, Japan this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Iwate in February

Iwate, Japan 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. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Morioka at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Ichinoseki at 6°C (43°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Ichinoseki and -9°C (16°F) 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.

For a closer look at conditions across Iwate, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Ichinoseki with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to high snow/rainfall in Shizukuishi with 100 mm (3.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Iwate in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Iwate

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Iwate, Japan?

Temperature range in Iwate (February)

Precipitation variation in Iwate (February)

Morioka

In February Morioka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
25 days
25 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Morioka →

Hachimantai

In February Hachimantai generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
128 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
25 days
25 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hachimantai →

Hanamaki

In February Hanamaki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
24 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hanamaki →

Shizukuishi

In February Shizukuishi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
28 days
25 days
25 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Shizukuishi →

Ichinoseki

In February Ichinoseki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ichinoseki →

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In our records: Japan February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Japan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Japan dropped to -32°C (-26°F) in Yamanakako on February 25, 1991.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Iwate in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Morioka 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Hachimantai 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Hanamaki 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Shizukuishi 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Ichinoseki 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Kitakami 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Iwate weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iwate, Japan in February?

In February, Iwate, Japan generally has poor weather conditions. Morioka sees daytime temperatures near 1°C (34°F), with nights cooling to roughly -9°C (16°F).

What is the average temperature in Iwate, Japan in February?

Morioka averages a daytime maximum of 1°C (34°F) in February, with overnight lows close to -9°C (16°F).

Does Iwate, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Not particularly. Morioka averages just 86 mm (3.4 in) of snow/rain in February, making it a mostly dry month for Iwate, Japan.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Iwate, Japan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Morioka, February may not be the ideal time to visit Iwate, Japan.

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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