Yamagata Weather in September

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

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Zao Onsen Tsuruoka Yamagata Tendo

Planning a trip to Yamagata, Japan this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Yamagata in September

Yamagata, Japan is a region in Japan. September in Yamagata generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of September is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Zao Onsen.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yamagata with an average of 144 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Tsuruoka with 190 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Zao Onsen receives about 127 hours of sunlight in September, 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.

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)
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Best Places to Visit in Yamagata in September

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

Temperature range in Yamagata (September)

Precipitation variation in Yamagata (September)

Zao Onsen

In September Zao Onsen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
127 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
162 mm (6.4 in)
153 mm (6 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Zao Onsen →

Tsuruoka

In September Tsuruoka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
less favorable
Climate in Tsuruoka →

Yamagata

In September Yamagata generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
127 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Yamagata →

Tendo

In September Tendo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
127 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Tendo →

Kaminoyama

In September Kaminoyama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
127 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
159 mm (6.3 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Yamagata, in Japan.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zao Onsen 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Tsuruoka 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Yamagata 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Tendo 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Kaminoyama 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Yonezawa 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)

Yamagata weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect very good weather across Yamagata, Japan in September. The popular destination of Zao Onsen averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Zao Onsen peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in September, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

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

Yamagata, Japan sees substantial rainfall in September. Zao Onsen typically averages about 153 mm (6 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Yamagata, Japan?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Yamagata, Japan with overall very good weather in Zao Onsen. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Yamagata, Japan is in May with generally excellent weather in Zao Onsen. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be less favorable.

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