Matsuyama, Ehime Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Matsuyama get?

Matsuyama gets 1309 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 102 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 70% of Japan.

July is the wettest month, with 216 mm. January is the driest, with 46 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to October 10, 2021.

Matsuyama weather by month

Matsuyama weather in January

In January, Matsuyama averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (1997) and the record low is -3°C (1974).

Matsuyama weather in February

In February, Matsuyama averages a high of 11°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2004) and the record low is -6°C (1977).

Matsuyama weather in March

In March, Matsuyama averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2010) and the record low is -3°C (1984).

Matsuyama weather in April

In April, Matsuyama averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is -2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsuyama weather in May

In May, Matsuyama averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (1994) and the record low is 6°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsuyama weather in June

In June, Matsuyama averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 204 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 10°C (1978).

Matsuyama weather in July

In July, Matsuyama averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 216 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (1994) and the record low is 16°C (2026).

Matsuyama weather in August

In August, Matsuyama averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2017) and the record low is 18°C (1981).

Matsuyama weather in September

In September, Matsuyama averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 133 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2010) and the record low is 11°C (1987).

Matsuyama weather in October

In October, Matsuyama averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsuyama weather in November

In November, Matsuyama averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (1977) and the record low is 1°C (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Matsuyama weather in December

In December, Matsuyama averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (2018) and the record low is -3°C (1985).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Matsuyama

November is the sunniest month in Matsuyama, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 40% of daylight hours. Matsuyama is sunnier than 65% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in April at 67%.

Matsuyama has about 32 days a year above 32°C. Matsuyama is hotter than 83% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Matsuyama

The first fall freeze in Matsuyama typically comes around December 22, and the last spring freeze around March 4. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 293 days.

Matsuyama weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Matsuyama station is 37°C, on August 7, 2018. The coldest is -6°C, on February 16, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 245 mm of rain, on July 7, 2018.

43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Matsuyama

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 3°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C.

Matsuyama climate questions

How much rain does Matsuyama get?

Matsuyama gets 1309 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 102 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Matsuyama?

July is the wettest month in Matsuyama, with 216 mm. January is the driest, with 46 mm.

How many rainy days does Matsuyama have a year?

Matsuyama has about 102 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Matsuyama?

August is the warmest month in Matsuyama, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Matsuyama?

January is the coldest month in Matsuyama, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Matsuyama?

The record high at the Matsuyama station is 37°C, set on August 7, 2018. The record low is -6°C, on February 16, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Matsuyama?

November is the sunniest month in Matsuyama, with sunshine about 53% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Matsuyama?

The first fall freeze in Matsuyama typically comes around December 22. The last spring freeze is around March 4.

What is the best time to visit Matsuyama?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.