Today's 7th (Sunday) Afternoon Weather What is the weather like in the Kanto Tokai region where the rainy season has started today The Pacific side of Shikoku to Kinki and the Izu Islands are on alert for heavy rain.

2026/06/07 14:06

A low pressure system that has changed from a tropical cyclone is expected to move east along the southern coast of Honshu this afternoon, the 7th (Sunday).

Very humid air from the tropics flowed into the lower layers, and extremely heavy rain of 55.5 mm per hour fell in Aburatsu, Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture.
Also, the 24-hour rainfall up until yesterday was 236.5 mm on Kikaijima (Kagoshima), a record heavy rain for June.

Currently, the active rain clouds have left Kyushu, but the atmospheric conditions in Kyushu are unstable due to the influence of warm and humid air, mainly in the south.
Tonight, watch out for landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, rising river waters, lightning strikes, and gusty winds.




Today, the 7th (Sunday) afternoon, the heavy rain area will move from Kyushu to Shikoku and Kinki. In Shikoku, extremely heavy rain of over 50mm per hour will occur in some places until the afternoon.
Rain is likely to peak in the Kinki region from the evening until early tonight, in the Tokai region from the evening until late tonight, and in the Kanto-Koshin region (centered on the Izu Islands) from early morning to the morning of the 8th (Monday).



24-hour rainfall is expected to reach 200 mm in many places in Shikoku by noon tomorrow, the 8th (Monday).

When heavy rain occurs, please pay attention to the following points to ensure your safety.

+Stay away from rivers and irrigation canals.

+When driving, avoid underpasses and other low-lying roads

+You never know when steep slopes such as mountains may collapse, so never approach them and evacuate to the opposite side of the slope.

Be careful and be on guard against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and rising river waters. Also, be careful of strong wind gusts such as lightning and tornadoes.

Rainy season announced in Kanto and Tokai regions; rainy season has officially arrived in eastern Japan

2026/06/07 12:03

Today, the 7th (Sunday), the Japan Meteorological Agency announced that the Kanto and Tokai regions appear to have entered the rainy season.

The Kanto and Tokai regions are cloudy and rainy due to the front and humid air. The rainy season has been announced as cloudy and rainy weather will continue for the next week due to the influence of fronts and humid air.
In both the Kanto and Tokai regions, the announcement of the onset of the rainy season this year is about the same time as in normal years. Last year, the rainy season started much earlier than usual, and compared to last year, it was 21 days later in the Tokai region and 16 days later in the Kanto region.



The seasonal rain front is expected to remain in the south of Honshu for the next week.
The Kanto and Tokai regions are expected to have many cloudy days, while northern Kyushu and Kinki, where the rainy season has already been announced, are expected to see some sunny days. Some places may be closed during the rainy season. Rainy days are likely to continue in the Okinawa area due to the stationary front.

In the second half of June, the front will move northward little by little, and the rainy season front will likely become stationary near Honshu. Depending on the weather conditions, there may be heavy rain, so be sure to check the latest weather information frequently.



+The rainy season is a seasonal phenomenon, and there is an average "transition" period of about 5 days.
+Information regarding the rainy season is announced as a preliminary report based on the current weather history and the weather outlook for about a week or more. The start and end of the rainy season may be revised at a later date based on the actual weather conditions from spring to summer.

Linear rain belt may occur in southern Kyushu and Amami; strict warning against landslides

2026/06/07 07:44

A front is extending from southern China through the Nansei Islands to the south of Japan, and there is a low pressure system in the East China Sea above the front, which is moving east-northeast.
Warm, humid air originating from the tropics is flowing towards fronts and low pressure systems, causing extremely unstable atmospheric conditions mainly on the Pacific side of western Japan.
For this reason, extremely heavy rain of 55.5 mm/h has been observed in Aburatsu, Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture in southern Kyushu, and there are also places in the Nansei Islands where heavy rain is accompanied by thunder.
As of 7:30 a.m., a level 4 landslide warning has been issued for Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture.

The low pressure front is expected to pass through southern Kyushu during the day today, the 7th, and move east-northeast along the southern coast of Honshu into tomorrow, the 8th (Monday).



[Rain Forecast]
Very heavy rain is expected in western Japan and the southwestern islands, potentially leading to torrential downpours.

In southern Kyushu and the Amami Islands, a linear rainband may form, rapidly increasing the risk of heavy rain-related disasters.

The areas and periods where the risk of heavy rain-related disasters may rapidly increase are as follows:

(Southern Kyushu and Amami Islands) Miyazaki Prefecture: From early morning to midday today, the 7th

(Southern Kyushu and Amami Islands) Kagoshima Prefecture (excluding the Amami Islands): From early morning to midday today, the 7th
+Precipitation expected for 24 hours by dawn on the 8th (Monday)
Shikoku region 300mm
Southern Kyushu/Amami region 150mm
If a linear precipitation band occurs, there is a risk of further locally increased rainfall.

[Disaster Prevention Matters]
In the southern Kyushu and Amami regions, please be extremely cautious of landslides today, the 7th, and be cautious of flooding of low-lying land, rising water levels, and flooding of rivers. Today, the 7th, the Shikoku region requires caution and vigilance against landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and rising river waters. Also, be careful of strong wind gusts such as lightning and tornadoes.

Today's weather on the 7th (Sunday): A low-pressure system moves eastward along the southern coast of Honshu; there is a risk of extremely heavy rain on the Pacific side of western Japan.

2026/06/07 06:32

Today, the 7th (Sunday), a low pressure system that has changed from a tropical cyclone is expected to move along the southern coast of Honshu, accompanied by a front. As moist air from the tropics flows towards the low pressure system and front, rain clouds will develop from western Japan to eastern Japan, mainly on the Pacific side, and there is a risk of heavy rain.
There are a lot of clouds in northern Japan, so it looks like the sky will be perfect for folding umbrellas.



Due to the influence of a low pressure system that has changed from a tropical cyclone, it will rain widely in western Japan from the morning. The sky looks like it will rain easily throughout the day. Especially on the Pacific side, there is a risk of extremely heavy rain of more than 50mm per hour. Please be wary of landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and rising and flooding rivers.

In the afternoon, the rain will spread to eastern Japan. It looks like it will start raining in the Kanto region from the evening. Please bring rain gear even if it is not raining when you go out.

The sky is dominated by clouds even in northern Japan. There is a possibility of rain showers in many places, so it is a good idea to have a folding umbrella with you when going out.

Temperatures across the country will be at or below normal in many places. Temperatures in northern Japan are likely to be higher than the previous day, but will still be below normal. Please be careful when choosing your clothes.
In many places from eastern Japan to western Japan, the weather will be near normal. It seems to be a comfortable place to spend time during the day.

Weather from tonight to tomorrow 7th (Sunday) Rain gradually expands to the east. Southern Kyushu and Shikoku are also on high alert for heavy rain

2026/06/06 18:45

It will rain in many places in Amami and Okinawa tonight, and it will start raining widely in southern Kyushu. Active rain clouds are expected to cover the Shikoku region tomorrow, the 7th (Sunday). Please take extreme precautions against landslides in southern Kyushu, Amami, and Shikoku. Also, please be careful of landslides in Okinawa.



The front will slowly move northward from tonight until tomorrow 7th (Sunday), and the low pressure on the front is expected to pass near southern Kyushu during the daytime of tomorrow 7th (Sunday). Atmospheric conditions will be extremely unstable around fronts and low pressure systems.




It will rain in many places in Amami and Okinawa tonight, and heavy rain is expected to be accompanied by thunder in some places. Rain will begin to fall widely in southern Kyushu at night, and there is a risk of localized extremely heavy rain and thunderstorms into tomorrow, the 7th (Sunday). In Shikoku, there will be intermittent rain tonight, mainly on the Pacific side, due to the influence of moist air flowing in, and tomorrow, the 7th (Sunday), there will be extremely heavy rain and thunderstorms in some places due to the effects of low pressure and fronts.


The Nansei Islands and western Japan are expected to experience very heavy and heavy rainfall.
The 24-hour precipitation expected from 18:00 on the 6th to 18:00 on the 7th is expected to be high in places,

Shikoku region 300mm
Southern Kyushu/Amami region 250mm
Okinawa region 100mm
Then, the 24-hour precipitation expected from 18:00 on the 7th to 18:00 on the 8th is expected to be high
Shikoku region 100mm

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If a linear precipitation band occurs, there is a risk of further rainfall locally.

Be wary of landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, rising river waters, and be careful of gusts of wind such as tornadoes.

``Level 4 Landslide Danger Warning'' issued on Kikaijima to be on guard against landslides

2026/06/06 12:43

As of 12:00 today, a "Level 4 Landslide Danger Warning" has been announced for Kikai Town, Kagoshima Prefecture. The risk of landslides has increased due to the heavy rains so far, so please evacuate everyone from dangerous areas immediately.



A front is extending near the Nansei Islands, and there are places in the Nansei Islands that are experiencing heavy rain. At 10:23 a.m. on the 6th, a level 4 landslide warning was announced for Kikai Town, Kagoshima Prefecture. In Kikai Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, the risk of landslides is increasing due to heavy rain. Heavy rain is expected until early afternoon today, and then it is expected to continue to rain intermittently until dawn tomorrow. The risk of landslides is increasing, so please evacuate everyone from dangerous areas immediately.

It may be dangerous to evacuate in haste. If it is difficult to evacuate outdoors, such as when the rain is falling in such a way that you feel in danger or the road is flooded, please ensure your own safety by moving to a room on the second floor or higher, on the opposite side of the cliff or slope.


What is "Level 4 Landslide Danger Warning"




A danger warning is a forecast that warns of a dangerous situation that is likely to cause a serious disaster. There are danger warnings for flooding, heavy rain, landslides, and storm surges, and they are announced with "Level 4" added to the name.
Level 4 landslide warning is issued when there is a risk of landslides occurring due to typhoons, torrential rain, etc.

When a Level 4 Landslide Hazard Warning is announced, everyone should evacuate from the dangerous area.

[1-month forecast] Temperatures are higher than normal in eastern and western Japan and Okinawa/Amami, susceptible to the effects of low pressure and fronts.

2026/06/05 23:49

On the 4th (Thursday), the Japan Meteorological Agency announced the forecast for the month from June 6th to July 5th.

Over the next month, temperatures will be high in eastern and western Japan, as well as Okinawa and Amami, as the region will be easily covered by warm air. In northern Japan, temperatures will be low in the first week and high in the second week, with large fluctuations in temperature.

As it is susceptible to the effects of low pressure systems, fronts, and humid air, precipitation will be heavy in Okinawa and Amami, and will be at or above normal on the Pacific side of northern, eastern, and western Japan.
Sunshine hours are expected to be at or below normal on the Pacific side of eastern and western Japan.



Prediction results from the numerical forecast model.
The monthly average sea level pressure (figure on the left) shows that the pressure is higher than normal near the Sea of Okhotsk, and a Sea of Okhotsk anticyclone is expected. On the other hand, the atmospheric pressure will be lower than normal over the Pacific side of eastern and western Japan and Okinawa/Amami, making it susceptible to the effects of fronts and humid air.

The temperature at an altitude of approximately 1,500 meters (right chart) is lower than normal in northern Japan, and there will be periods when it is likely to be covered in cool air. On the other hand, eastern and western Japan and Okinawa/Amami are expected to be higher than normal and likely to be covered by warm air.





Forecast of average temperature, precipitation, and sunshine hours for the next month, and weekly average temperature (probability of occurrence (%)).

Temperatures over the next month are expected to be near normal in northern Japan, but high in eastern and western Japan and Okinawa and Amami.

The Sea of Japan side of eastern and western Japan will have many cloudy and rainy days, similar to normal years, and the Pacific side of eastern and western Japan will have more cloudy and rainy days than normal.
Precipitation will be at or above normal on the Pacific side of northern, eastern, and western Japan, and will be above normal in Okinawa and Amami.
Sunshine hours are expected to be at or below normal on the Pacific side of eastern and western Japan.

In northern Japan, the weather will change every few days during the first half of the period, but there will be more cloudy and rainy days compared to normal years, and the second half of the period will have many cloudy and rainy days, similar to normal years. In northern Japan, the temperature will be low in the first week and high in the second week, and there will be large fluctuations in temperature.
Please be careful of the temperature difference and dress appropriately to keep yourself in shape.

In Okinawa/Amami, the first half of the period will have more cloudy and rainy days than normal years, and the second half of the period will have many sunny days, similar to normal years.

The rainy season has already been announced in western Japan, from Okinawa to Kinki. Okinawa/Amami and the Pacific coasts of eastern and western Japan may experience higher than average rainfall, so please prepare for heavy rain disasters and check the latest weather information.
In addition, temperatures are expected to be higher than normal in eastern and western Japan, Okinawa, and Amami. There are likely to be some days where it will be hot and humid, so please take precautions against heatstroke.

Widespread rain over the weekend; stormy weather possible on the 8th

2026/06/05 22:49

There is a low pressure system in the central Japan Sea that is moving northeast. A front is stationary in the south of Japan, and a low pressure system above the front is moving southeast. There is a tropical cyclone near Taiwan that is moving north. Due to the influence of the front, it is currently raining in the Nansei Islands, and thunder has been observed near Okinawa due to the heavy rain clouds. In other areas of the country, the sky is also cloudy.



Tomorrow, a low-pressure system in the Sea of Japan will approach west of Hokkaido, causing rain in northern Japan, mainly on the Sea of Japan side of the Tohoku region. There will be some sunshine from eastern to western Japan, but the weather will turn downward from the west due to the approach of a low pressure system. Rain is expected to start in the Kyushu region in the evening.



The area of rain will further spread into the 7th (Sunday), and stormy weather is expected nationwide on the 8th (Monday). Check the latest weather forecast.

There is a risk of heavy rain in Kagoshima Prefecture from the 6th to the 7th (Sunday) tomorrow, and in Okinawa on the 7th (Sunday). Be careful of landslides and flooding in low-lying areas.

2026/06/05 19:08

The rainy season front is moving from southern China to the Nansei Islands and extending to the east of Japan. Additionally, a tropical cyclone is moving north-northeast near Taiwan, and rain clouds are developing over the Nansei Islands, where moist air is flowing.
In Amagi, Amagi Town, Kagoshima Prefecture, heavy rain of 42.5 mm was observed in the hour until 16:59.

The rainy season front is expected to move northward to the southern part of Kyushu from tomorrow the 6th (Saturday) to the 7th (Sunday) the day after. The tropical cyclone will move northward in the East China Sea, and the warm, humid air surrounding the tropical cyclone will flow toward the Baiu front, causing extremely unstable atmospheric conditions in the Nansei Islands.

In the Okinawa main island region and the Sakishima Islands, there are expected to be very heavy to heavy rain in some places, and in Kagoshima Prefecture, from the afternoon of the 6th (Saturday) tomorrow to the 7th (Sunday). Depending on the degree of rain cloud development, there is a risk of heavy rain reaching warning level. Please be careful of landslides, flooding of low-lying areas, and rising river waters.
Also, please be careful as there is a risk of lightning strikes and strong gusts of wind such as tornadoes.



#Forecasted amount of rain (in areas where there is a lot)
+1-hour precipitation expected for today, 5th
Miyakojima region 30mm
Yaeyama region 30mm
+1-hour precipitation expected for tomorrow 6th (Sat)
Kagoshima prefecture (Am) (excluding Mi region) 40mm
Amami region 40mm
Miyakojima region 40mm
Yaeyama region 50mm
Okinawa main island region 30mm
+24-hour precipitation expected by the evening of tomorrow 6th (Saturday)
Kagoshima prefecture (excluding Amami region) 50mm
Amami region 80mm
Okinawa main island Region: 60mm
Miyakojima region: 80mm
Yaeyama region: 120mm
+Sunday evening on the 7th Expected 24-hour precipitation
Kagoshima Prefecture (excluding Amami region) 200mm
Amami region 120mm
Okinawa main island region 60mm
Miyakojima region 80mm
Yaeyama region 60mm

[Ocean Summary] Waves are gradually increasing south of Okinawa due to Typhoon No. 6 Sea surface temperatures in the Sea of Japan and East China Sea are higher than normal

2026/06/05 16:53

Due to the effects of Typhoon No. 6, the waves in the south of Okinawa gradually became higher.
Sea surface temperatures in the Sea of Japan and the East China Sea were about 3 C higher than normal.
Below is a summary of the ocean (May 24-30, 2026)



#Pressure distribution and waves
On the 24th and 25th, a front passed from the continent to the Nansei Islands, extending from the south of Japan to the east of Japan, and the low pressure on the front moved eastward from the south of Japan to the east of Japan.
The waves were high in the south of Japan and the east of Japan.
From the 26th to the 27th, the seas near Japan remained calm.
On the 28th, the gradient in atmospheric pressure increased between the low pressure in the northern Sea of Japan and the high pressure far east of Japan, causing waves to become higher east of Japan.
From the 29th to the 30th, a low-pressure system accompanied by a front moved northward over the Sea of Okhotsk, and the front passed from the Sea of Okhotsk to the east of Japan, extending from the south of Japan to the waters near the Nansei Islands.
There were places in the east of Japan and the Sea of Okhotsk where waves rose and became barges.
On the 30th, Typhoon No. 6 was developing in the east of the Philippines and moving northwest, and the waves gradually became higher in the south of Okinawa.



#Sea surface temperature
Sea surface temperatures in the northern part of the Japanese Sea were at normal levels, but in the central and western continental areas, sea areas continued to be significantly higher than normal, reaching up to 3 C higher. In addition, areas in the East China Sea that were much warmer than normal expanded, and were up to 3 C warmer.
The waters around the Nansei Islands were at normal levels, and areas south of Japan where the waters were slightly higher than normal expanded.
The waters off the Tokai coast are at normal levels, while the eastern Kanto region continues to have higher than normal waters.
Off the coast of Sanriku, the area of lower-than-normal waters has shrunk.
The waters off the southeastern coast of Hokkaido remained at normal levels, and the seas near the Chishima Islands and the Sea of Okhotsk continued to operate at normal levels.