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.
Mount Asahi (Yamagata) at a Glance#
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.
Summer
Jun-Aug · 8-20°C
Best for hiking, while higher elevations remain cool.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · -2-12°C
Clearer skies and autumn colours, though colder at altitude.
Weather & Climate near Mount Asahi (Yamagata)#
Climate
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 44
Good
Best Time to Visit
AugustJuneJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -12° - -5° | -17° | 95 mm | overcast | 94% | 6.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.7h |
| February | Poor | -12° - -5° | -16° | 89 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| March | Poor | -10° - -1° | -12° | 103 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.7 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -3° - 6° | -4° | 133 mm | overcast | 81% | 5.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.1h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 12° | 4° | 141 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.9 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.1h |
| June | Acceptable | 8° - 16° | 12° | 185 mm | overcast | 80% | 4.2 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.6h |
| July | Acceptable | 13° - 20° | 16° | 228 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.4h |
| August | Good | 14° - 22° | 18° | 271 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Acceptable | 9° - 17° | 13° | 235 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Poor | 3° - 11° | 4° | 153 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 5° | -4° | 130 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.0h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -1° | -11° | 100 mm | overcast | 92% | 6.1 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |