Kamikōchi Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kamikōchi, Japan in February.

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Matsumoto Takayama

Are you planning a trip a to Kamikōchi, Japan in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kamikōchi in February

Kamikōchi, Japan is a region in Japan. February in Kamikōchi generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Matsumoto. In many areas in Japan, February brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kamikōchi, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

February is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 126 mm (5 in) in Matsumoto.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Matsumoto, you can expect around 130 hours of sunlight in February, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Kamikōchi in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kamikōchi.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Kamikōchi

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Kamikōchi, Japan?

Temperature range in Kamikōchi (February)

Precipitation variation in Kamikōchi (February)

Matsumoto

In February Matsumoto generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
130 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
126 mm (5 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Matsumoto →

Takayama

In February Takayama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
128 hours
130 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
128 mm (5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Takayama →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kamikōchi, in Japan.

In our records: Japan February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Japan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Japan dropped to -32°C (-26°F) in Yamanakako on February 25, 1991.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kamikōchi in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsumoto 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Takayama 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Kamikōchi weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kamikōchi, Japan in February?

Kamikōchi, Japan typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Matsumoto average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Kamikōchi, Japan in February?

In Matsumoto, the average daytime high in February is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -7°C (19°F).

Does Kamikōchi, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in February?

Matsumoto typically receives notable snow/rainfall in February, about 126 mm (5 in) on average across Kamikōchi, Japan.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Kamikōchi, Japan?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to Kamikōchi, Japan with often poor weather in Matsumoto.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Matsumoto. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, July, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Kamikōchi.

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