City in Kanagawa, Japan
Yokohama weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Yokohama
Late Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jun is rainy; Jul–Aug hot and humid; Aug–Oct typhoon season. Winter is clear and cool with good harbour views.
Yokohama weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°66 mm
- Feb10°67 mm
- Mar14°115 mm
- Apr19°129 mm
- May23°142 mm
- Jun26°181 mm
- Jul30°180 mm
- Aug31°155 mm
- Sep27°215 mm
- Oct22°222 mm
- Nov17°97 mm
- Dec11°69 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C47°F | -1°C30°F | 66 mm | 77% | Cold |
| February | 10°C50°F | 0°C32°F | 67 mm | 77% | Cold |
| March | 14°C57°F | 3°C37°F | 115 mm | 77% | Cool |
| April | 19°C66°F | 8°C46°F | 129 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 13°C56°F | 142 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C79°F | 18°C64°F | 181 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 22°C72°F | 180 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 23°C74°F | 155 mm | 82% | Hot & humid |
| September | 27°C81°F | 20°C67°F | 215 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| October | 22°C71°F | 13°C56°F | 222 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| November | 17°C62°F | 7°C45°F | 97 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 11°C52°F | 1°C35°F | 69 mm | 80% | 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 Yokohama?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Late Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jun is rainy; Jul–Aug hot and humid; Aug–Oct typhoon season. Winter is clear and cool with good harbour views.
When is the rainy season in Yokohama?
Rain peaks in October with about 222 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Yokohama?
August, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Yokohama get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -1°C (30°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Yokohama Official Visitors' Guide
- Yokohama Municipal Subway
- Haneda Airport
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. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.