February · Japan
Best time to visit Hakone in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hakone in February
Average temperature 7°C, 120 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 7°C
- Rainfall
- 120 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Hakone scores 6.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 7°C, 120 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hakone's hot springs, Lake Ashi and Fuji views make it Tokyo's classic mountain escape.
February in Hakone — middling scores, decent value
Expect 7°C (44°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
120 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Hakone — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hakone in February?
- In February, Hakone averages 7°C, 120 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.8/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Hakone?
- February earns a 6.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hakone in February?
- Expect about 120 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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