Weather in Sendai
What's the weather like in Sendai?
Sendai has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 5°C (40°F) in January to 27°C (80°F) in July, with overnight lows around -2°C (28°F) and 21°C (69°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Sendai are May through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 38.268, 140.869
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C / 40°F | -2°C / 28°F | 64 mm | 12 | — |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | -2°C / 28°F | 61 mm | 10 | — |
| March | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 34°F | 100 mm | 10 | — |
| April | 15°C / 60°F | 5°C / 42°F | 104 mm | 10 | — |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 100 mm | 11 | — |
| June | 23°C / 74°F | 16°C / 61°F | 146 mm | 16 | — |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 21°C / 69°F | 197 mm | 19 | — |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 71°F | 185 mm | 19 | — |
| September | 24°C / 76°F | 18°C / 64°F | 177 mm | 15 | — |
| October | 19°C / 65°F | 11°C / 51°F | 150 mm | 11 | — |
| November | 14°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 64 mm | 10 | — |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 0°C / 32°F | 68 mm | 13 | — |
Sendai by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sendai?
The most comfortable months in Sendai are usually May, June, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Sendai?
August is typically the hottest month in Sendai, averaging a high of 28°C (82°F).
What is the coldest month in Sendai?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -2°C (28°F).
Does it snow in Sendai?
Snow is rare in Sendai; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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