Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High30.1°C
Low-0.5°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Japan Tokyo, Japan
The climate in Tokyo is continental, with annual average temperatures spanning 8°C / 47°F during January up to 30°C / 86°F in August.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 122 mm / 4.8 inches monthly, peaking in October (189 mm / 7.4 inches) and reaching its lowest in December (61 mm / 2.4 inches).
Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 8 in June and falling to 3 in December; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in June with around 14.5 hours of daylight, while December has the shortest days at about 9.8 hours.
Trip planning
Plan your trip
Find the best dates. Understand the conditions. Pack with confidence.
Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Tokyo.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
189 mm
October carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (6.5)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
10 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
13 km/h
April is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
68 %to82 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Tokyo, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Tokyo compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Japan for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Japan
#3 / 4
COOLEST (AVG)
in Japan
#3 / 4
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Japan
#2 / 4
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Japan
#2 / 4
HIGHEST UV
in Japan
#3 / 4
MOST HUMID
in Japan
#3 / 4
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Tokyo, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Tokyo feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 19°C (66°F), with nights near 11°C (52°F). Overall it feels mild by day and cool after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Tokyo?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 8), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Tokyo a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 13 km/h (8 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 64 km/h (40 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Tokyo get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.