Yamagata Weather in February

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

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Zao Onsen Tsuruoka Yamagata Tendo

Are you planning a trip a to Yamagata, Japan in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Yamagata in February

Yamagata, Japan is a region in Japan. February in Yamagata generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Yonezawa to 5°C (41°F) in Sakata. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Sakata and -5°C (23°F) in Yonezawa. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Yamagata, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Zao Onsen with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Tsuruoka with 206 mm (8.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Zao Onsen receives about 157 hours of sunlight in February, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Yamagata in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Yamagata.

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 Yamagata

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

Temperature range in Yamagata (February)

Precipitation variation in Yamagata (February)

Zao Onsen

In February Zao Onsen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
157 hours
181 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
25 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zao Onsen →

Tsuruoka

In February Tsuruoka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
271 mm (11 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
30 days
27 days
26 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tsuruoka →

Yamagata

In February Yamagata generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
157 hours
181 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Yamagata →

Tendo

In February Tendo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
157 hours
181 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
25 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tendo →

Kaminoyama

In February Kaminoyama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
157 hours
181 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
29 days
26 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kaminoyama →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Yamagata, in Japan.

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 Yamagata in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zao Onsen 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Tsuruoka 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)
Yamagata 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Tendo 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Kaminoyama 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Yonezawa 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Yamagata weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Yamagata, Japan in February. The popular destination of Zao Onsen averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Yamagata, Japan during February range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 4°C (39°F) in Zao Onsen.

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

February is on the drier side in Yamagata, Japan. Zao Onsen averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Yamagata, Japan?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Yamagata, Japan with often poor weather in Zao Onsen.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly perfect weather in Zao Onsen. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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