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Tokyo Climate by Month

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, with a wetter summer and a drier winter. Snowfall is sporadic, but does occur almost annually.

The graphs below provide an overview of the climate in Tokyo (Tokyo Prefecture), Japan. They present long-term patterns and averages of weather conditions over a 30-year period.

Average day and night temperature

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures over the year.

Monthly precipitation

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, snow, hail etc.

Forecast for Tokyo

Fri   Oct 11
24°C | 14°C
N 11 km/h
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Sat   Oct 12
25°C | 17°C
E 11 km/h
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Sun   Oct 13
25°C | 17°C
NE 14 km/h
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Tokyo in Japan

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:

  • When is summer in Tokyo?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Tokyo?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July, September and October.
  • Which is the warmest month in Tokyo?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Tokyo?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tokyo?
    October tops the wettest month list with 211 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tokyo?
    December is the driest month with 62 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Tokyo?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 189 hours of sunshine.

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