Matsumi Falls

Waterfall Scenic waterfall in Aomori Prefecture

In Aomori Prefecture, Matsumi Falls sits in a forested ravine reachable by short walks; visitors photograph the curtain‑like cascade and visit during autumn for maple foliage.

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Matsumi Falls
Matsumi Falls, Aomori Prefecture, Japan
40.5586, 140.9065

How to Get to Matsumi Falls #

Matsumi Falls is reached by regional roads in Aomori Prefecture. Travelers should use local maps and public transport options to the nearest town, then a short taxi or local bus to the trailhead.

Tips for Visiting Matsumi Falls #

  • Visit early to avoid crowds and to see the falls with the gentler morning light.
  • Trail can be wet or slippery after rain-sturdy footwear recommended.
  • Combine with other local shrines and waterfalls in Aomori Prefecture for a full day of exploration.

Best Time to Visit Matsumi Falls #

Summer and autumn are the most pleasant times to visit, offering warm weather and changing foliage respectively.

Summer
June-August · 18-28°C (64-82°F)
Lush vegetation and comfortable hiking weather.
Autumn
September-November · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Crisp air and attractive autumn colors; cooler conditions for walks.

Weather & Climate near Matsumi Falls #

Climate

Matsumi Falls's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1425 mm/year), wettest in August.

Best Time to Visit
AugustJulyJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
-16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -2°C and lows of -8°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -2°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-8° -1°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.5h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

31 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.1h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.3
UV Index
High
14.3h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.8h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 22°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.4
UV Index
High
14.6h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (175 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
17° 24°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

175 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.6h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 19°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
11.0h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

29 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

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