Kumamoto Weather in February

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

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Kumamoto Minamioguni Aso Hitoyoshi

Planning a trip to Kumamoto, Japan this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kumamoto in February

Kumamoto, Japan is a region in Japan. February in Kumamoto generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with high precipitation. February is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Minamioguni at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Amakusa at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Amakusa and 0°C (32°F) in Minamioguni.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Minamioguni with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to high snow/rainfall in Hitoyoshi with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Kumamoto as an example - it receives around 143 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Kumamoto in February

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

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 Kumamoto

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

Temperature range in Kumamoto (February)

Precipitation variation in Kumamoto (February)

Kumamoto

In February Kumamoto generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
143 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kumamoto →

Minamioguni

In February Minamioguni generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
143 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Minamioguni →

Aso

In February Aso generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
143 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Aso →

Hitoyoshi

In February Hitoyoshi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
143 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hitoyoshi →

Minami Aso

In February Minami Aso generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
143 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Minami Aso →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kumamoto 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Minamioguni 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Aso 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Hitoyoshi 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Minami Aso 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Yatsushiro 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)

Kumamoto weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Kumamoto, Japan in February. The popular destination of Kumamoto averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Kumamoto, Japan during February range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 12°C (54°F) in Kumamoto.

Does Kumamoto, Japan get a lot of rain in February?

Kumamoto typically receives notable rainfall in February, about 115 mm (4.5 in) on average across Kumamoto, Japan.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Kumamoto, Japan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kumamoto, February may not be the ideal time to visit Kumamoto, Japan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in October offering mostly perfect weather in Kumamoto. On the other hand, the months of February, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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