Rishirifuji weather in February (Hokkaido, Japan)

What should you pack for a trip to Rishirifuji in February? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

February in Rishirifuji generally includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. February is part of the winter season. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around -0°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -5°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Precipitation

Rishirifuji in February usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 24 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 76 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Rishirifuji. August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rishirifuji climate page with graphs.

 

Rishirifuji, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature -0°C  

Chance of Rain 81%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 76 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kutsugata, Japan (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in February

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Rishirifuji should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

1/10

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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