Shiga Weather in February

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

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Otsu Hikone Kusatsu Nagahama

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

What to Expect in Shiga in February

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in Otsu.

For specific regional insights in Shiga, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Koka with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to high rainfall in Nagahama with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Otsu typically sees 120 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Shiga in February

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

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 Shiga

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

Temperature range in Shiga (February)

Precipitation variation in Shiga (February)

Otsu

In February Otsu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly 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
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
120 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Otsu →

Hikone

In February Hikone generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
120 hours
150 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hikone →

Kusatsu

In February Kusatsu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly 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
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
120 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kusatsu →

Nagahama

In February Nagahama generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°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
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
120 hours
150 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nagahama →

Omihachiman

In February Omihachiman generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
124 hours
120 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Omihachiman →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Otsu 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Hikone 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Kusatsu 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Nagahama 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Omihachiman 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Higashiomi 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Shiga weather in February: frequently asked questions

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

Shiga, Japan typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Otsu average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 0°C (32°F) at night.

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

In Otsu, the average daytime high in February is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

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

February is on the drier side in Shiga, Japan. Otsu averages only about 84 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Shiga, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, May and October provide pleasant weather in Otsu. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, July and August tend to be poor.

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