Weather in Tokyo
What's the weather like in Tokyo?
Tokyo has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 10°C (50°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in July, with overnight lows around 1°C (34°F) and 22°C (72°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Tokyo are April through June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 35.676, 139.650
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 34°F | 52 mm | 5 | 1 |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 56 mm | 6 | 1 |
| March | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 41°F | 118 mm | 10 | 0 |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 50°F | 125 mm | 10 | 0 |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 15°C / 59°F | 138 mm | 10 | 0 |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 64°F | 168 mm | 12 | 0 |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 22°C / 72°F | 154 mm | 11 | 0 |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 168 mm | 9 | 0 |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 20°C / 68°F | 210 mm | 12 | 0 |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 198 mm | 11 | 0 |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 8°C / 46°F | 93 mm | 7 | 0 |
| December | 12°C / 54°F | 3°C / 37°F | 51 mm | 5 | 0 |
Tokyo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
Seasonal patterns to know
East Asia typhoon season runs June–November (peak August–October). Typhoons can disrupt travel — peak risk is August–October.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
The most comfortable months in Tokyo are usually April, May, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Tokyo?
August is typically the hottest month in Tokyo, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Tokyo?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 1°C (34°F).
Does it snow in Tokyo?
Yes — Tokyo sees some snow, mainly around January (about 1 snow days). Most other months stay snow-free.
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