Sendai & Matsushima→
Station: SendaiSendai, Matsushima, Zuihoden, Akiu Onsen
High
14.1℃
Low
5.6℃
- Precip.
- 58.7mm
- Sunshine
- 143h
- Sunset
- 16:25
Highs around 14°C, mornings around 6°C. Average first snowfall is the 17th
Tohoku Weather Guide
Tohoku Weather in November: What to Wear & Expect
November in Tohoku is the season of transition from late autumn to winter. Sendai's high is 14.1°C and mornings are around 6°C. In early November you can enjoy the autumn leaves at Chusonji and Motsuji in Hiraizumi and in Hirosaki Park, and the Autumn Fujiwara Festival is held in Hiraizumi on the 1st–3rd. By mid-November, reports of the first snow come in from around the region; Sendai's average first snowfall is November 17. If you're traveling by car, you'll need winter tires.
- Sendai high
- 14.1℃
- Sendai low
- 5.6℃
- Sendai rainfall
- 58.7mm
- Sendai sunset
- 16:25
Overview
Tohoku in November: Key Points
- ✓Sendai's high is 14.1°C, with mornings around 6°C. Bring a winter coat
- ✓Autumn leaves are at their best in Hiraizumi and Hirosaki in early November
- ✓Hiraizumi's Autumn Fujiwara Festival on the 1st–3rd
- ✓Sendai's average first snowfall is November 17. Use winter tires if driving
By Area
November Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for November 15.
Hiraizumi & Ichinoseki→
Station: IchinosekiHiraizumi, Chusonji, Motsuji, Geibikei Gorge
High
12.7℃
Low
3.0℃
- Precip.
- 68.2mm
- Sunshine
- 126h
- Sunset
- 16:23
Autumn Fujiwara Festival on the 1st–3rd. Motsuji's autumn leaves last until mid-November
Morioka & Koiwai→
Station: MoriokaMorioka, Koiwai Farm, Mt. Iwate, Tsunagi Onsen
High
10.9℃
Low
1.8℃
- Precip.
- 85.6mm
- Sunshine
- 118h
- Sunset
- 16:21
Highs around 11°C, mornings around 2°C. Snow may fall
Aomori & Hakkoda→
Station: AomoriAomori, Hakkoda, Sukayu Onsen, Sannai-Maruyama Site
High
11.2℃
Low
3.4℃
- Precip.
- 137.4mm
- Max snow depth
- 14cm
- Sunset
- 16:20
Highs around 11°C. Rainy and snowy days become more frequent
Hirosaki→
Station: HirosakiHirosaki, Hirosaki Castle, Mt. Iwaki, Hirosaki Park
High
11.3℃
Low
2.2℃
- Precip.
- 113.7mm
- Sunshine
- 90h
- Sunset
- 16:22
Hirosaki Castle Chrysanthemum and Autumn Leaves Festival until early November. Mornings around 2°C
Lake Towada & Oirase→
Station: YasumiyaOirase Stream, Lake Towada, Yasumiya, Yakeyama
High
8.2℃
Low
0.9℃
- Precip.
- 127.5mm
- Sunshine
- 89h
- Sunset
- 16:20
Highs around 8°C, mornings around 1°C. You'll need winter clothing
Kakunodate, Lake Tazawa & Nyuto Onsen→
Station: KakunodateKakunodate, Samurai District, Lake Tazawa, Nyuto Onsen
High
11.1℃
Low
2.2℃
- Precip.
- 202.5mm
- Sunshine
- 91h
- Sunset
- 16:24
Highs around 11°C. The season for snow-view outdoor baths is approaching
Yamagata, Zao & Yamadera→
Station: YamagataYamagata, Zao, Yamadera, Zao Onsen
High
12.6℃
Low
3.6℃
- Precip.
- 74.4mm
- Sunshine
- 102h
- Sunset
- 16:28
Highs around 13°C, mornings around 4°C. The mountains are getting ready for winter
Ginzan Onsen & Obanazawa→
Station: ObanazawaGinzan Onsen, Obanazawa, Oishida
High
11.0℃
Low
2.6℃
- Precip.
- 155.2mm
- Sunshine
- 84h
- Sunset
- 16:26
Mornings around 3°C. Snow may begin to fall late in the month
Aizu-Wakamatsu & Ouchi-juku→
Station: WakamatsuAizu-Wakamatsu, Tsuruga Castle, Ouchi-juku, Higashiyama Onsen
High
12.2℃
Low
3.3℃
- Precip.
- 75.5mm
- Sunshine
- 89h
- Sunset
- 16:31
Highs around 12°C, mornings around 3°C. Good for late-autumn strolls at Tsuruga Castle
What to Wear
What to Wear in Tohoku in November
Base layer
Thermal underwear
Tops
Long-sleeved shirt with a sweater or knit
Outerwear
Thick coat or light down jacket
Bottoms
Long pants
Shoes
Comfortable shoes; non-slip shoes if you're heading north or into the mountains
Accessories
Gloves, a scarf and a folding umbrella
At Lake Towada, Morioka, Kakunodate and similar places, mornings drop to around 1–2°C and snow may fall. If you're heading to northern Tohoku, dress for winter.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Early November is best for autumn leaves
Autumn leaves in Hiraizumi and Hirosaki peak mainly in early to mid-November. From mid-month, snowy and cold rainy days become more frequent, so if the leaves are your goal, plan to go early.
Use winter tires if driving
NEXCO East Japan urges drivers to fit winter tires on expressways in winter from November. If you're renting a car, check whether it has winter tires.
The weather is unsettled on the Sea of Japan side
In Aomori, Hirosaki, Kakunodate, Ginzan Onsen and similar places, rainy and snowy days increase from November. Precipitation also rises, so bring rain gear.
Short days
In November it gets dark around 4:30 p.m. See outdoor sights early in the day.
Events
November Events & Highlights
Autumn Fujiwara Festival
Chusonji and Motsuji, HiraizumiNovember 1–3Beginning with memorial services for the four generations of the Fujiwara clan, the festival features a children's procession and Noh performances at Chusonji, and the Ennen no Mai dance at Motsuji.
Hiraizumi Autumn Leaves
Motsuji and Chusonji, HiraizumiUsually late October–mid-NovemberMotsuji with its Pure Land garden and Chusonji with its long Tsukimizaka slope are wrapped in autumn colors. It's a season to enjoy World Heritage temples and autumn leaves together.
Hirosaki Castle Chrysanthemum and Autumn Leaves Festival
Hirosaki ParkUsually late October to early NovemberEnjoy Hirosaki Castle surrounded by colorful maple and ginkgo trees. The autumn leaves are also illuminated at night.
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Sendai in November?＋
On average, the high is 14.1°C and the low is 5.6°C. Wear a sweater with a coat.
Q. Does it snow in Sendai?＋
Sendai's average first snowfall is November 17. On average, the maximum snow depth in November is 0 cm; snow starts to settle from December.
Q. When is the Autumn Fujiwara Festival?＋
It's held every year on November 1–3. Memorial services, local performing arts and Noh are held at Chusonji and Motsuji.
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Tohoku TripPR
Other Months
Tohoku Weather in Other Months
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.