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.
Matsumi Falls at a Glance#
Address: Matsumi Falls, Aomori Prefecture, Japan
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.
Weather & Climate near Matsumi Falls#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -2° | -11° | 101 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.5h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -1° | -10° | 86 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| March | Poor | -5° - 2° | -7° | 89 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | 0° - 8° | 1° | 99 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.1h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 15° | 10° | 93 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.3h |
| June | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 115 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| July | Good | 15° - 22° | 19° | 157 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.6h |
| August | Good | 17° - 24° | 20° | 175 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.6h |
| September | Acceptable | 12° - 19° | 16° | 173 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 115 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.3 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Poor | -1° - 7° | 0° | 115 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Poor | -5° - 1° | -7° | 107 mm | overcast | 91% | 4.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |