The best times to visit Kesennuma for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 22nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kesennuma Travel Info

Weather in Kesennuma

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kesennuma vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 31st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kesennuma, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 83.7°F (28.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.9°F (21.1°C) at night.

Kesennuma Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kesennuma Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kesennuma Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kesennuma Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kesennuma Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 39.9 33.3 26.4
Feb 41.6 34 26.2
Mar 47.9 39.7 31.2
Apr 57.5 48.5 38.8
May 66.9 57.8 49.3
Jun 72.9 65 58.1
Jul 79 71.6 65.6
Aug 81.8 74.2 68.1
Sep 76.2 68.4 61.3
Oct 66.6 58 49
Nov 56.1 47.7 39
Dec 45 38.3 31

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 4.4 0.7 -3.1
Feb 5.3 1.1 -3.2
Mar 8.8 4.3 -0.4
Apr 14.2 9.2 3.8
May 19.4 14.3 9.6
Jun 22.7 18.3 14.5
Jul 26.1 22 18.7
Aug 27.7 23.4 20.1
Sep 24.6 20.2 16.3
Oct 19.2 14.4 9.4
Nov 13.4 8.7 3.9
Dec 7.2 3.5 -0.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kesennuma are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late August to early September with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of August 27th.

When can you find snow in Kesennuma? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kesennuma.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kesennuma (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 11% 0 1.9
Feb 11% 0 1.7
Mar 20% 0 4.1
Apr 25% 0 6.2
May 23% 0 6.4
Jun 25% 0 6.5
Jul 34% 0 7.4
Aug 28% 0 5.4
Sep 29% 0 7.3
Oct 21% 0 6.3
Nov 19% 0 3.7
Dec 18% 0 4.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 0 4.8
Feb 11 0 4.3
Mar 20 0 10.4
Apr 25 0 15.7
May 23 0 16.3
Jun 25 0 16.5
Jul 34 0 18.8
Aug 28 0 13.7
Sep 29 0 18.5
Oct 21 0 16
Nov 19 0 9.4
Dec 18 0 11.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Kesennuma has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (49.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (75.4%).

Wind in Kesennuma is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and February. April’s average wind speed of around 5.5 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early May where average top sustained speeds reach 13.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kesennuma.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.4 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Feb 5.4 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Mar 5.4 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Apr 5.5 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 5.3 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Jun 4.7 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jul 4.1 Light breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Aug 4 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.3 Light breeze 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.3 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.5 Light breeze 9.9 Significant breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 50%
Feb 49.2%
Mar 52%
Apr 53.3%
May 60.5%
Jun 71.5%
Jul 75.4%
Aug 75%
Sep 72.3%
Oct 64.9%
Nov 59.8%
Dec 55.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kesennuma?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Japan; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kesennuma, Japan is January, followed by March and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kesennuma in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 73.3 in December means 73.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Kesennuma Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 68.8°F (20.4°C) and 43.4°F (6.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Kesennuma, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.1°F (26.2°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Kesennuma to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 38.4°F (3.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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