February · Japan
Best time to visit Kyoto in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kyoto in February
Average temperature 3°C, 76 mm of rain, about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
4.7/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 76 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 2
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Kyoto scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 76 mm of rain, and roughly 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kyoto reveals its quiet soul before the tour buses stir: temple bells drift through the air, moss gardens glisten, and lantern-lit lanes reward those who rise early and wander without rush.
February in Kyoto — the hardest end of the year
At 3°C (38°F) this is proper winter weather in February: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Budget for roughly 76 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.7 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 6.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Kyoto — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kyoto in February?
- In February, Kyoto averages 3°C, 76 mm of rain, and about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Kyoto?
- February earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kyoto in February?
- Expect about 76 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 2 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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