Japan Weather Today日本語Aomori weather today
The northern tip of Honshu, famous for the Nebuta festival, apples and some of the deepest snow of any city in the world. Here is today's forecast, the best time to go and what to expect in every season.
Best time to visit Aomori
Early August for the Nebuta festival; late April for cherry blossom in Hirosaki; October for autumn leaves.
Aomori weather through the year
- Winters are cold, with snow from December to March, heavier on the Sea of Japan side and in the mountains.
- The rainy season usually runs from mid June to late July.
- Summers are warm but milder than in Tokyo, with fewer very hot days.
- Autumn is crisp and clear, with bright autumn leaves in October.
- Aomori City gets more snow than almost any other city in the world.
Aomori by season
Spring (March to May)
What to do: Cherry blossom at Hirosaki Castle in late April, one of Japan's most famous sights.
What to wear: A warm jacket; spring arrives late and April can be chilly.
Summer (June to August)
What to do: The Nebuta festival from 2 to 7 August, with giant lantern floats; summers are mild.
What to wear: Light clothes and a light layer for the evening.
Autumn (September to November)
What to do: Autumn leaves at Oirase Gorge and Lake Towada in October.
What to wear: A sweater and jacket; nights get cold from October.
Winter (December to February)
What to do: Very heavy snow from December to March; the snow walls of the Hakkoda mountains are famous.
What to wear: A warm winter coat, gloves, a hat and boots with grip.
More than a forecast
- Hour-by-hour forecast with rain timing, feels-like temperature, UV and daily tips.
- Rain radar from JMA, 3 hours back and 15 hours ahead, plus live Himawari satellite clouds.
- Official warnings: heavy rain, heatstroke alerts, earthquakes, tsunami and typhoons, in plain English.
- Trip planner and road trips: the weather for every stop, and every rest stop on your route.
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Questions
What is the weather in Aomori today?
The 5-day forecast on this page updates automatically. Open the app for the hour-by-hour forecast, rain timing and official JMA warnings for Aomori.
When is the best time to visit Aomori?
Early August for the Nebuta festival; late April for cherry blossom in Hirosaki; October for autumn leaves.
When is the rainy season in Aomori?
The rainy season (tsuyu) usually runs from mid June to late July.
Does it snow in Aomori?
Snow is common from December to March; check train and road information in heavy snow.
Is there a free weather app for Aomori in English?
Yes. Japan Weather Today is free, needs no sign-up and works in English, Japanese, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Korean. It runs in your browser and can be added to your home screen.
