Tokyo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Tokyo is Japan's capital and the world's most populous metropolis. It lies in the humid subtropical climate zone with hot humid summers and generally mild winters with cool spells. Annual rainfall averages nearly 1615 mm (64 in), with a wetter summer and a drier winter. Snowfall is sporadic, but does occur almost annually.
Monthly Temperature in Tokyo
In Tokyo, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C (50°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in August to around 2°C (36°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Tokyo
Tokyo experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1528 mm (60 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 211 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 62 mm (2.4 in) over 9 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Tokyo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Tokyo
While the amount of sunshine in Tokyo varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 6.3 hours of daily sun in January, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in June, with about 4.1 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Tokyo by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Tokyo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 76%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Tokyo
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s (6 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Tokyo 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Tokyo
The best time to visit Tokyo is during April, May, July, August and November, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 18°C (64°F) and 32°C (89°F). With rainfall of 96 mm (3.8 in) to 151 mm (5.9 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during June, September and October, the wettest period of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
