AugustAomori Nebuta Festival
Tohoku ・ Aomori & Hakkoda
Every year August 2–7 (eve festival on August 1; night parades August 2–6; daytime parade, evening sea parade and Aomori Fireworks Festival on the 7th)
Tohoku Weather Guide
Aomori & Hakkoda Weather & What to Wear
Aomori, Hakkoda, Sukayu Onsen, Sannai-Maruyama Site
The area around Aomori City, famous for the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri in August, along with the Hakkoda mountains, Sukayu Onsen and the Jomon-period Sannai-Maruyama Site. In winter it is one of Japan's snowiest areas, with around 97 cm of snow on the ground in February. At Sukayu in Hakkoda, snow depth reaches as much as 373 cm in February.
- January low
- −3.5℃
- August high
- 27.8℃
- Max snow depth
- 97cm
Forecast
Forecast: Today & the Next 7 Days
JMA forecast issued Oct 22, 11 AM
Every 3 Hours: Today & Tomorrow
- Today12 PMCloudy10°☂ 30%10–14m/s
- 3 PMCloudy11°☂ 30%10–14m/s
- 6 PMCloudy10°☂ 10%10–14m/s
- 9 PMCloudy10°☂ 10%3–5m/s
- Tomorrow12 AMCloudy9°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 3 AMCloudy8°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 6 AMSunny8°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 9 AMSunny13°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 12 PMSunny16°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 3 PMSunny17°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 6 PMSunny12°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 PMSunny10°☂ 0%3–5m/s
Weather and wind are for the wider area; temperature is for the main forecast point. Chance of rain is for the 6-hour period.
- Today10/22(Thu)Cloudy14°/8°Observed: 8°☂ 30%
- Tomorrow10/23(Fri)Sunny18°/8°☂ 0%
- 10/24(Sat)Cloudy21°/6°☂ 30%
- 10/25(Sun)Cloudy21°/11°☂ 40%Reliability C
- 10/26(Mon)Cloudy17°/9°☂ 40%Reliability B
- 10/27(Tue)Cloudy, brief rain15°/7°☂ 60%Reliability B
- 10/28(Wed)Cloudy, brief rain12°/6°☂ 50%Reliability C
- ☂ Chance of rain
- From day 3, the weekly forecast covers a wider prefecture-level area.
- Reliability of the weekly forecast (A: high, B: fairly high, C: fairly low)
- "Observed" is the temperature measured so far today by JMA weather stations (AMeDAS), not a forecast.
- Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (weather forecast)
Best Season
Best Time to Visit Aomori & Hakkoda
For the Nebuta Matsuri
The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri runs August 2–7. On the final day, the 7th, floats parade on the sea and there is a fireworks display.
For autumn leaves
The colors in Hakkoda peak from late September to mid-October, as beech and maple trees paint the whole mountainside.
Climate
Aomori & Hakkoda Temperature & Snow Through the Year
Monthly high / low temperature (°C)
HighLow
Monthly max snow depth (cm)
Month by Month
Month-by-Month Weather & What to Wear
| Month | High | Low | Precip. | Max snow depth | What to wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.8℃ | −3.5℃ | 139.9mm | 83cm | Full winter gearDown coat, thermal layers, gloves, hat, snow boots |
| Feb | 2.7℃ | −3.3℃ | 99mm | 97cm | Winter coatDown or heavy coat, gloves, waterproof shoes |
| Mar | 6.8℃ | −0.8℃ | 75.2mm | 70cm | Winter coatDown or heavy coat, gloves, waterproof shoes |
| Apr | 13.7℃ | 4.1℃ | 68.7mm | 9cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| May | 18.8℃ | 9.4℃ | 76.7mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Jun | 22.1℃ | 14.1℃ | 75mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Jul | 26.0℃ | 18.6℃ | 129.5mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Aug | 27.8℃ | 20.0℃ | 142mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Sep | 24.5℃ | 15.8℃ | 133mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Oct | 18.3℃ | 9.1℃ | 119.2mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Nov | 11.2℃ | 3.4℃ | 137.4mm | 14cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Dec | 4.5℃ | −1.4℃ | 155.2mm | 51cm | Winter coatDown or heavy coat, gloves, waterproof shoes |
Clothing tips are based on the normal high temperature and snow depth. Bring an extra layer for mornings and evenings.
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Seasons
Aomori & Hakkoda Through the Seasons
🌸
Spring
Mar–MayThe cherry blossoms usually open around April 22. Snow lingers until March, and April mornings are still chilly at around 4°C.
☀️
Summer
Jun–AugHighs of 26–28°C. During the Nebuta Matsuri in early August, crowds fill the streets into the night and the city buzzes with energy.
🍁
Autumn
Sep–NovAutumn leaves in Hakkoda peak from late September to mid-October. It's colder up in the mountains than in the city, so bring a thick jacket.
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Winter
Dec–FebThe January high is around 2°C, with mornings at -3.5°C. At Sukayu in Hakkoda, even the January high is -5.1°C, bitterly cold.
Events
Events & festivals in Aomori & Hakkoda
AugustCherry Blossoms
Cherry Blossoms in Aomori & Hakkoda
ParkWinter Scenery
Winter Scenery in Aomori & Hakkoda
Rime iceFireworks
Fireworks festivals in Aomori & Hakkoda
🎆 AugustAomori Fireworks Festival
Tohoku ・ Aomori, Aomori
🎆 August 7 every year (the final day of the Aomori Nebuta Festival)
About 10,000 shells (2026, including 2-shaku shells)Paid seats
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves in Aomori & Hakkoda
Mountain & highlandAttractions
Attractions in Aomori & Hakkoda
AquariumAomori Prefectural Asamushi Aquarium
Tohoku ・ Aomori & Hakkoda
An Aomori Prefecture-run aquarium in Asamushi Onsen, facing Mutsu Bay. Admission is free for high school students and younger, and just ¥1,200 for general visitors. It's about a 10-minute walk from Asamushi-Onsen Station on the Aoimori Railway and about 20 minutes by train from Aomori Station, making it easy to combine with sightseeing in Aomori City.
☂ Mostly indoors · rain-friendly
Travel Passes
Travel passes you can use in Aomori & Hakkoda
🚄 JR
🚄 JR
🚄 JRJapan Rail Pass
Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed
From ¥50,000
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Aomori & Hakkoda TripPR
Other Areas
Weather in Other Areas
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperature and snow figures are normals from the Aomori station; actual weather varies from year to year.
