Key Facts
• July 1 starts with high humidity and discomfort across Miyagi.
• Early morning temperatures in Yagiyama, Sendai, reached 27°C, expected to rise further.
• Wide areas in Miyagi forecasted to exceed 30°C, with Sendai and Shiroishi at 32°C.
• Humidity increases in the afternoon, raising perceived temperatures.
• Tonight’s low is expected at 24°C, leading to a restless night.
• Cloudy skies dominate, with occasional sunny intervals; rain likely in the evening.
• Thunderstorm warnings issued for all of Miyagi, with risks of heavy rain, lightning, and hail.
• June recorded Sendai’s highest-ever average temperature of 22.8°C and 213.3 hours of sunshine.
• Rainfall in June was only 62.5mm, about 40% of the average.
• July 6 onwards, a five-day period of “extreme heat” is anticipated.
• Rainfall remains scarce in early July; heatwave conditions persist.
• Residents advised to stay hydrated and take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
Summary
Miyagi faces persistent high temperatures and humidity as July begins. Early morning temperatures in Sendai’s Yagiyama reached 27°C, with daytime highs exceeding 30°C across the region. Humidity will intensify in the afternoon, raising perceived temperatures, while tonight’s low of 24°C may cause discomfort. Cloudy skies dominate, with localized rain and thunderstorms expected, particularly in the evening. June marked record-breaking heat in Sendai, with an average temperature of 22.8°C and below-average rainfall. Looking ahead, a five-day period of extreme heat is forecasted from July 6, with limited rainfall expected in early July. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, prepare for heatwaves, and remain cautious of sudden weather changes.
