The best times to visit Yurihonjo for ideal weather are
April 30th to July 15th
or
September 10th to October 14th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Yurihonjo Travel Guide
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Weather in Yurihonjo
Temperature
Average temperatures in Yurihonjo 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 21st 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 Yurihonjo, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 86.3°F (30.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.8°F (22.1°C) at night.
Yurihonjo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Yurihonjo 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.
Yurihonjo Perceived Temperature (F)
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Yurihonjo Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Yurihonjo 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) |
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Jan | 37.4 | 32.4 | 27.2 |
Feb | 39.1 | 33.2 | 27.1 |
Mar | 45.7 | 39 | 31.9 |
Apr | 57.2 | 49.1 | 39.8 |
May | 67 | 59.3 | 51.3 |
Jun | 76.4 | 68.5 | 60.8 |
Jul | 81.5 | 74.8 | 68.6 |
Aug | 84.7 | 77.3 | 70.6 |
Sep | 78.5 | 70.2 | 62.4 |
Oct | 66.7 | 58.4 | 49.7 |
Nov | 54.3 | 47.2 | 39.7 |
Dec | 42.2 | 37 | 31.1 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 3 | 0.2 | -2.7 |
Feb | 3.9 | 0.7 | -2.7 |
Mar | 7.6 | 3.9 | -0.1 |
Apr | 14 | 9.5 | 4.3 |
May | 19.4 | 15.2 | 10.7 |
Jun | 24.7 | 20.3 | 16 |
Jul | 27.5 | 23.8 | 20.3 |
Aug | 29.3 | 25.2 | 21.4 |
Sep | 25.8 | 21.2 | 16.9 |
Oct | 19.3 | 14.7 | 9.8 |
Nov | 12.4 | 8.4 | 4.3 |
Dec | 5.7 | 2.8 | -0.5 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Yurihonjo are June, May, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early June. For example, on the week of June 4th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid December with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of December 10th.
When can you find snow in Yurihonjo? Weather stations report a good amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Yurihonjo is often around around February 12th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Yurihonjo.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Yurihonjo (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) |
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Jan | 47% | 4.6 | 7.4 |
Feb | 40% | 4.2 | 5.5 |
Mar | 40% | 0.9 | 5.1 |
Apr | 27% | 0 | 4.3 |
May | 26% | 0 | 4.4 |
Jun | 22% | 0 | 4.3 |
Jul | 31% | 0 | 8.7 |
Aug | 26% | 0 | 6.5 |
Sep | 33% | 0 | 7.3 |
Oct | 43% | 0 | 7.1 |
Nov | 51% | 0 | 8.1 |
Dec | 57% | 2.9 | 7.5 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 47 | 11.7 | 18.8 |
Feb | 40 | 10.7 | 14 |
Mar | 40 | 2.3 | 13 |
Apr | 27 | 0 | 10.9 |
May | 26 | 0 | 11.2 |
Jun | 22 | 0 | 10.9 |
Jul | 31 | 0 | 22.1 |
Aug | 26 | 0 | 16.5 |
Sep | 33 | 0 | 18.5 |
Oct | 43 | 0 | 18 |
Nov | 51 | 0 | 20.6 |
Dec | 57 | 7.4 | 19.1 |
Humidity and Wind
Yurihonjo has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (55.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (72.7%).
Wind in Yurihonjo is usually moderate. The windiest month is December, followed by January and March. December’s average wind speed of around 10.1 knots (11.6 MPH or 18.7 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late December where average top sustained speeds reach 19.2 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Yurihonjo.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
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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 | 9.8 | Gentle breeze | 16.4 | Significant breeze |
Feb | 9.3 | Gentle breeze | 16.1 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 9.4 | Gentle breeze | 16.3 | Significant breeze |
Apr | 8.8 | Gentle breeze | 15.6 | Significant breeze |
May | 8.1 | Gentle breeze | 14.3 | Significant breeze |
Jun | 6.9 | Light breeze | 12 | Significant breeze |
Jul | 6.6 | Light breeze | 11.8 | Significant breeze |
Aug | 6.7 | Light breeze | 11.9 | Significant breeze |
Sep | 6.9 | Light breeze | 12.2 | Significant breeze |
Oct | 7.6 | Gentle breeze | 13.3 | Significant breeze |
Nov | 8.4 | Gentle breeze | 14.6 | Significant breeze |
Dec | 10.1 | Gentle breeze | 17 | Strong breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 64.6% |
Feb | 60.4% |
Mar | 59.8% |
Apr | 55.7% |
May | 63.5% |
Jun | 64.6% |
Jul | 72.7% |
Aug | 70.7% |
Sep | 66.2% |
Oct | 63.1% |
Nov | 65.1% |
Dec | 66.3% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Yurihonjo?
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 Yurihonjo, 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 Yurihonjo 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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Overall Yurihonjo Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 8 to 12 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 least precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Yurihonjo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 82.4°F (28°C) and 49.5°F (9.7°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 10 to 15 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 Yurihonjo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 35.7°F (2.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 11 to 18 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.
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