Yamagata Weather in July

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

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Zao Onsen Tsuruoka Yamagata Tendo

Planning a getaway to Yamagata, Japan this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Yamagata in July

Yamagata, Japan is a region in Japan. July in Yamagata generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. July falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) in Zao Onsen.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Yamagata with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Tsuruoka with 264 mm (10 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Zao Onsen.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Zao Onsen gets around 124 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Yamagata by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Yamagata — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zao Onsen)

January3°C (37°F) February4°C (39°F) March8°C (46°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
Best Time to Visit Yamagata →

Best Places to Visit in Yamagata in July

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 July for some of the most popular destinations in Yamagata, Japan?

Temperature range in Yamagata (July)

Precipitation variation in Yamagata (July)

Zao Onsen

In July Zao Onsen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
124 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Zao Onsen →

Tsuruoka

In July Tsuruoka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
264 mm (10 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Tsuruoka →

Yamagata

In July Yamagata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
124 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Yamagata →

Tendo

In July Tendo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
124 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tendo →

Kaminoyama

In July Kaminoyama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
124 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kaminoyama →

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

In our records: Japan July extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Japan reached 42°C (108°F) in Okayama on July 15, 1988.
  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Japan brought 312 mm (12 in) in Wakayama on July 6, 2018.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Yamagata in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zao Onsen 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Tsuruoka 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 264 mm (10 in)
Yamagata 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Tendo 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Kaminoyama 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Yonezawa 27°C (81°F) 19°C (66°F) 220 mm (8.7 in)

Yamagata weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Yamagata, Japan typically experiences tolerable weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Zao Onsen average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 19°C (66°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Yamagata, Japan during July range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Zao Onsen.

Does Yamagata, Japan get a lot of rain in July?

Rainfall in Yamagata, Japan peaks during July. Zao Onsen averages roughly 192 mm (7.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Yamagata, Japan?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Yamagata, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Zao Onsen. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May provides perfect weather in Zao Onsen. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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