Nara Weather in February

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

Thinking about venturing to Nara, Japan this February and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Nara in February

Nara, Japan is a region in Japan. February in Nara generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 8°C (46°F) in Yoshino to 11°C (52°F) in Sango. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Sango and -1°C (30°F) in Yoshino.

To explore the conditions in Nara, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sango with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) to high rainfall in Yoshino with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Sakurai, you can expect around 140 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.

Explore Nara by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nara - and find the best time to visit. (based on Sakurai)

Best Places to Visit in Nara in February

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

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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 Nara

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

Temperature range in Nara (February)

Precipitation variation in Nara (February)

Sakurai

In February Sakurai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
140 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Yoshino

In February Yoshino generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
140 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Asuka

In February Asuka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
140 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kashiba

In February Kashiba generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
140 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kashihara

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

January
February
March
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
140 hours
171 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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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 Nara in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sakurai 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Yoshino 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Asuka 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Kashiba 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Kashihara 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Sango 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Nara weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

In February, Nara, Japan generally has less favorable weather conditions. Sakurai sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly -1°C (30°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Sakurai peak at roughly 9°C (48°F) in February, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nara, Japan during February, with Sakurai averaging close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Nara, Japan?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Sakurai, February may not be the ideal time to visit Nara, Japan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly very good weather in Sakurai. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and July tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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