The best times to visit Misawa for ideal weather are

May 14th to July 29th

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

 

 


Other Misawa Travel Info

Weather in Misawa

Temperature

Average temperatures in Misawa vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 33rd 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 Misawa, 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 82.8°F (28.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.2°F (20.7°C) at night.

Misawa Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Misawa 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.

Misawa Perceived Temperature (F)

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Misawa Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Misawa 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 36.4 30.2 23.6
Feb 38.4 31.5 23.8
Mar 45 37.4 29.5
Apr 56.1 47 37.6
May 65.2 56 47.8
Jun 70.6 62.5 55.8
Jul 77.9 70.1 63.9
Aug 80.8 73.6 67.4
Sep 75.6 67.6 59.9
Oct 65.2 56.4 47.2
Nov 53.2 45.4 37.2
Dec 41.6 35.2 28.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 2.4 -1 -4.7
Feb 3.6 -0.3 -4.6
Mar 7.2 3 -1.4
Apr 13.4 8.3 3.1
May 18.4 13.3 8.8
Jun 21.4 16.9 13.2
Jul 25.5 21.2 17.7
Aug 27.1 23.1 19.7
Sep 24.2 19.8 15.5
Oct 18.4 13.6 8.4
Nov 11.8 7.4 2.9
Dec 5.3 1.8 -2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Misawa are February, December, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 7th.

When can you find snow in Misawa? 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 Misawa.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Misawa (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 13% 0 2
Feb 10% 0 1.1
Mar 16% 0 2.2
Apr 19% 0 2.7
May 25% 0 3.4
Jun 19% 0 5.1
Jul 24% 0 4.7
Aug 24% 0 4.9
Sep 27% 0 5.9
Oct 16% 0 4
Nov 17% 0 2.4
Dec 13% 0 2.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 5.1
Feb 10 0 2.8
Mar 16 0 5.6
Apr 19 0 6.9
May 25 0 8.6
Jun 19 0 13
Jul 24 0 11.9
Aug 24 0 12.4
Sep 27 0 15
Oct 16 0 10.2
Nov 17 0 6.1
Dec 13 0 5.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Misawa has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (54.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (78.5%).

Wind in Misawa is usually moderate. The windiest month is December, followed by March and February. December’s average wind speed of around 11.4 knots (13.1 MPH or 21.1 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 22 knots, which is considered a strong breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 11.1 Significant breeze 18.8 Strong breeze
Feb 11.2 Significant breeze 19.5 Strong breeze
Mar 11.3 Significant breeze 20.6 Strong breeze
Apr 10.8 Gentle breeze 20.1 Strong breeze
May 9.3 Gentle breeze 17.8 Strong breeze
Jun 6.5 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jul 6.7 Light breeze 13.3 Strong breeze
Aug 6.9 Light breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Sep 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.2 Strong breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze
Nov 10.3 Gentle breeze 18.1 Strong breeze
Dec 11.4 Significant breeze 19.6 Strong breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.6%
Feb 58.2%
Mar 56.8%
Apr 54.5%
May 64.7%
Jun 76.9%
Jul 78.5%
Aug 76.6%
Sep 73%
Oct 65.5%
Nov 63.9%
Dec 62.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Misawa?

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 Misawa, 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 Misawa 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 Misawa Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 66.8°F (19.3°C) and 40°F (4.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 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 6 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Misawa, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 78.8°F (26°C) and 48°F (8.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 8 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 Misawa to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 44.5°F (6.9°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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