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Tokyo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Tokyo
Late Mar–Apr (blossoms) and Oct–Nov are mild but busy. Jun–Jul is rainy, Jul–Aug hot and humid, Aug–Oct typhoon risk. Feb–Apr brings cedar pollen.
Tokyo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan9°80 mm
- Feb10°75 mm
- Mar13°124 mm
- Apr18°135 mm
- May23°148 mm
- Jun26°185 mm
- Jul29°153 mm
- Aug30°134 mm
- Sep27°211 mm
- Oct22°246 mm
- Nov17°120 mm
- Dec11°83 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C48°F | 1°C33°F | 80 mm | 75% | Cold |
| February | 10°C50°F | 1°C34°F | 75 mm | 76% | Cold |
| March | 13°C56°F | 4°C39°F | 124 mm | 76% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 9°C48°F | 135 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 14°C57°F | 148 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C78°F | 18°C64°F | 185 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| July | 29°C84°F | 22°C71°F | 153 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 23°C74°F | 134 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 211 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| October | 22°C71°F | 14°C58°F | 246 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| November | 17°C62°F | 9°C48°F | 120 mm | 80% | Cool |
| December | 11°C52°F | 3°C38°F | 83 mm | 78% | Cool |
Best months across Japan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Kyoto | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Osaka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Hiroshima | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Nara | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Sapporo | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Okinawa | Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakone | Apr–May, Oct–Dec | Aug (24°C) |
| Fukuoka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Kawaguchiko | Oct–Feb | Aug (26°C) |
| Niseko | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Aug (24°C) |
| Yokohama | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kanazawa | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Takayama | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Nagoya | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Nikko | May, Jul–Aug, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Kamakura | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kobe | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakuba | Jan–Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Ishigaki | Apr–May, Jul, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Nagasaki | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Shirakawa-go | Feb, May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Miyakojima | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Hakodate | Jun–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Otaru | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Beppu | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Matsumoto | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Koyasan | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (27°C) |
| Furano | Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug | Aug (25°C) |
| Sendai | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Tokyo?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Late Mar–Apr (blossoms) and Oct–Nov are mild but busy. Jun–Jul is rainy, Jul–Aug hot and humid, Aug–Oct typhoon risk. Feb–Apr brings cedar pollen.
When is the rainy season in Tokyo?
Rain peaks in October with about 246 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Jul, Sep–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Tokyo?
August, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Tokyo get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 1°C (33°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Tokyo Metro
- Haneda Airport
- Narita International Airport
- GO taxi app
- St. Luke's International Hospital
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.