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Japan · Monthly climate data and best time to visit
Hot summers and cold winters with significant temperature swings between seasons. Plan your visit timing carefully to match your weather preferences.
The best time to visit Tokyo is during May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures sit comfortably between 18 and 30°C and monthly rainfall stays below 100mm. These months offer the most pleasant conditions for working remotely and exploring the city.
Based on comfortable temperatures (18-30C) and low rainfall (<100mm)
* Source: Open-Meteo historical averages
| Month | Season | Avg | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Avoid | 🧊4.5°C | 9.5°C | 0.2°C | ☀️1mm Dry | 59% |
| February | Avoid | 🧊5.7°C | 10.8°C | 1°C | ☀️1.9mm Dry | 59% |
| March | Avoid | 🌤️10.2°C | 15.3°C | 5.5°C | ☀️5mm Dry | 68% |
| April | Avoid | 🌤️14.9°C | 19.6°C | 10.4°C | 5.1mm |
Winter is the coldest period in Tokyo, averaging 6°C. Cold but dry, which is often more bearable than cold and wet.
Spring in Tokyo is cool with averages near 15°C. Dry conditions and crisp air make for refreshing walks between work sessions.
Summer brings warm, comfortable weather to Tokyo with average temperatures around 26°C. Low rainfall makes this an excellent season for digital nomads who enjoy working outdoors.
Autumn in Tokyo is cool with averages near 18°C. Dry conditions and crisp air make for refreshing walks between work sessions.
The best months to visit Tokyo are May, June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable (18-30°C) and rainfall is low (under 100mm).
The hottest month in Tokyo is August with an average temperature of 28.3°C and highs reaching 32.6°C.
Tokyo does not experience a significant rainy season — rainfall stays below 100mm in all months.
Snow is rare in Tokyo, but temperatures can drop near freezing in January (lows around 0.2°C).
| 70% |
| May | Best | 🌤️18.6°C | 22.9°C | 14.5°C | ☀️6.2mm Dry | 74% |
| June | Best | ☀️22.8°C | 26.9°C | 19.2°C | ☀️6.3mm Dry | 78% |
| July | Best | ☀️27.5°C | 31.9°C | 24°C | ☀️5.4mm Dry | 76% |
| August | Best | ☀️28.3°C | 32.6°C | 25°C | ☀️4.6mm Dry | 75% |
| September | Best | ☀️24.8°C | 28.8°C | 21.5°C | ☀️6.7mm Dry | 79% |
| October | Good | 🌤️17.9°C | 22°C | 14.4°C | ☀️4.6mm Dry | 77% |
| November | Avoid | 🌤️12.6°C | 17.3°C | 8.5°C | ☀️2.6mm Dry | 73% |
| December | Avoid | 🧊6.8°C | 11.8°C | 2.5°C | ☀️1.8mm Dry | 66% |