🇷🇺 Irkutsk vs Tokyo 🇯🇵

Irkutsk, Russia vs Tokyo, Japan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Tokyo is the warmer of the two — about 13 degrees warmer on average across the year. Tokyo is drier, with roughly 45 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇷🇺 Irkutsk🇯🇵 Tokyo
Avg annual high7°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (25°C)August (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-23°C low)January (1°C low)
Rainy days / year153108
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇷🇺 Irkutsk

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (-23°C).

🇯🇵 Tokyo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (31°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Irkutsk or Tokyo warmer?

Tokyo is warmer overall, averaging about 13 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Irkutsk or Tokyo?

Irkutsk is rainier — Tokyo sees about 45 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Irkutsk vs Tokyo?

Irkutsk is best around June, July, August; Tokyo is best around April, May, October.

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