When is the best time to go to Matsuyama?

When is the best time to go to Matsuyama? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Matsuyama are April, May, August, September, October and November
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are June and July
  • The best months for swimming are August and September


Annual weather in Matsuyama

For full information about the climate and weather in Matsuyama a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 41°F/49°F
2.5in
February 41°F/50°F
3.9in
March 45°F/58°F
4.4in
April 50°F/65°F
4.9in
May 59°F/72°F
6.7in
June 67°F/77°F
12.8in
July 74°F/85°F
11.7in
August 76°F/88°F
7.4in
September 70°F/81°F
7.7in
October 61°F/72°F
6in
November 52°F/63°F
3.3in
December 45°F/52°F
3.6in


Weather and climate in Matsuyama

Matsuyama enjoys a humid subtropical climate (without dry season and with hot summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Matsuyama is 68°F (ranging from 49°F in january to 88°F in august). Annual rainfall is 74.8in, with a minimum of 2.5in in january and a maximum of 12.8in in june.
  • Between the months of january and march the climate is the worst possible. It is for example 58°F as maximum temperature in march and you can expect to have 4.4in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • Between april and october the climate is favorable. It is for example 72°F as maximum temperature in october and it rains in october about 6in.
  • In november the climate is correct. It is for example 63°F as maximum temperature in november and it rains in november about 3.3in.
  • In december the climate is the worst possible. The record temperature this month is 72°F and it rains in december about 3.6in.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Matsuyama

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Matsuyama: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Matsuyama

Find out when Matsuyama has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Matsuyama

  • Very low season in Matsuyama
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January and February.
  • Low season in Matsuyama
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: March and June.
  • High season in Matsuyama
    The number of visitors to Matsuyama is high in: April, May, July, September, October, November and December.
  • Peak season in Matsuyama
    The largest number of tourists visiting Matsuyama is during: August.

Figure: Visitor index for Matsuyama month by month



Best time for low prices in Matsuyama

Average prices of hotels in Matsuyama month by month

Generally, June is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Matsuyama. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, August is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price of hiring a car in Matsuyama

On average, it costs $ 57 per day to hire a car in Matsuyama. This price varies by $ 11 depending on the month. In february, hiring a car costs an average of $ 51 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in may is $ 62.

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