Mount Asahi (Yamagata)
Mountains Yamagata mountain popular for skiing and hiking
Mountain in Yamagata Prefecture visited by regional hikers; established routes offer alpine scenery and seasonal snowfields.
How to Get to Mount Asahi (Yamagata) #
Access typically from nearby towns in Yamagata Prefecture by local bus or car; trailheads require a short drive from the nearest railway stations.
Tips for Visiting Mount Asahi (Yamagata) #
- Mountain weather is changeable - check forecasts and expect wind and sudden temperature drops.
- Local huts and mountain facilities may be seasonal; plan logistics ahead of time.
- For non-technical ascents, choose routes recommended by local guidebooks and obey signage.
Best Time to Visit Mount Asahi (Yamagata) #
Best in summer for hiking; winter conditions require mountaineering skills.
Weather & Climate near Mount Asahi (Yamagata) #
Mount Asahi (Yamagata)'s climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1863 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -10°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (185 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (228 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (271 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Heavy rain (235 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -8°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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