Tochigi Weather & Climate: Japan

Climate by month across Tochigi, Japan, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Tochigi

When planning a visit to Tochigi in Japan, it helps to know that temperatures typically range from 3°C (37°F) in January up to 27°C (81°F) during the peak of August. Our detailed climate overview is based on data from Nikko, the region's most well-known city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

In Tochigi, during the months of May, June, July and September you can expect comfortable weather, with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) to 26°C (79°F).

The colder period typically falls in the months of January, February, March and December.

Precipitation in Tochigi varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 327 mm (13 in) of rain, while December stays relatively dry with 68 mm (2.7 in). The region experiences its rainy season during May, June, July, August, September and October, when monthly rainfall can range from 193 mm (7.6 in) to 327 mm (13 in).

March is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.

Explore Tochigi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tochigi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nikko)

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Nikko Nasushiobara Utsunomiya Sano Ashikaga Mooka
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Climate map of Tochigi

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Nikko 4°C (39°F) 27°C (81°F) -5°C (23°F) 20°C (68°F) 2166 mm (85 in) 1,824 hours
Nasushiobara 5°C (41°F) 28°C (82°F) -4°C (25°F) 20°C (68°F) 1842 mm (73 in) 1,824 hours
Utsunomiya 9°C (48°F) 31°C (88°F) -1°C (30°F) 23°C (73°F) 1726 mm (68 in) 1,824 hours
Sano 9°C (48°F) 31°C (88°F) -1°C (30°F) 23°C (73°F) 1719 mm (68 in) 1,824 hours
Ashikaga 8°C (46°F) 31°C (88°F) -1°C (30°F) 22°C (72°F) 1700 mm (67 in) 1,824 hours
Mooka 10°C (50°F) 32°C (90°F) 0°C (32°F) 23°C (73°F) 1437 mm (57 in) 1,824 hours

Places in Tochigi, Japan

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