JP Matsuyama, Japan

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Matsuyama

Matsuyama, Shikoku's sanctuary — original Japanese castle and Dogo Onsen among Japan's oldest hot springs, well off the tourist trail.

Updated: March 2026 · Open-Meteo · 10 years · 12 months compared · 33.84°N 132.77°E
SeptemberBest month
81°FOptimal temperature
43%Rainy days

When to visit Matsuyama?

🌞 Best time overall
September
🌡️ Optimal temperature
72°F–81°F in September
🌧 Least rain
43% rainy days in September
🌧 Wettest month
January (28%)
📅 Best score
8.3/10

Matsuyama weather month by month

MonthMin °FMax °FRainy days (%)Precip. in/dSun h/dScore
🌫️ January39°F50°F28%2.8in7.4h7.0/10
🌫️ February37°F50°F31%2.8in8.7h7.0/10
⛅ March43°F57°F35%4.5in8.4h7.0/10
🌤️ April52°F64°F33%5.8in9.0h7.4/10
🌤️ May59°F72°F32%5.9in9.1h8.1/10
🌤️ June66°F77°F49%9.6in8.3h7.9/10
🌤️ July75°F84°F51%9.9in9.0h8.0/10
🌤️ August77°F86°F43%6.9in10.0h8.0/10
🌤️ September72°F81°F43%7.4in8.6h8.3/10
🌤️ October61°F72°F28%4.5in8.2h8.2/10
🌤️ November52°F64°F29%3.4in8.0h7.5/10
⛅ December43°F54°F33%3.2in7.3h7.0/10
Ideal Fair Challenging climate Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years

What to expect each season

🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time

Average 18°F, 33% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.

☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time

Average 28°F, 48% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.

🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time

Average 22°F, 33% rainy days, 8.3h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.

❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time

Average 11°F, 31% rainy days, 7.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.

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Detailed weather by month

Frequently asked questions

September is ideal with 43% rainy days and 27°F.
January is the wettest month with 28% rainy days.
Yes, September is the best month with an average of 27°F.
In winter, the average score is 7.0/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.

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