Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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Iiyama in February sees low temperatures, with highs around 4°C (39°F) and overnight lows of -5°C (23°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 174 mm (6.9 in) of snow/rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
February in Iiyama has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Iiyama typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 4°C (39°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -3°C (27°F) to -1°C (30°F).
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Iiyama spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Iiyama spans 2006 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in February →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Iiyama in February. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in February - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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