February · Japan
Best time to visit Tokyo in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tokyo in February
Average temperature 6°C, 56 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
7.5/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
February in Tokyo scores 7.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 6°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tokyo’s finest days weave quiet contrasts: a hushed shrine at dawn, a tiny lunch counter at noon, and glowing neon districts after dark—best savored in the crisp clarity of late autumn and winter.
February holds up well in Tokyo — 4th best month
Expect 6°C (42°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.9 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.7/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tokyo in February?
- In February, Tokyo averages 6°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Tokyo?
- February earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tokyo in February?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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