Tokyo Weather Guide
Last updated: 2026-01-27
What to expect and what to pack for every season
Tokyo experiences a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and humid (25-35°C), winters are cool and dry (5-10°C), and spring and autumn provide mild, pleasant temperatures (15-22°C). The city receives moderate rainfall throughout the year, with slightly wetter periods in May-June and November. Understanding Tokyo's weather patterns helps you pack appropriately and plan activities around the best conditions.
Located on the Pacific coast in the Kanto region, Tokyo sits at approximately 40 meters elevation. Tokyo Bay influences local weather, bringing humidity in summer in autumn and winter. The city experiences about 2,000 hours of sunshine annually, with July and August being the sunniest months and December-January the cloudiest.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainfall | Rainy Days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C | -3°C | 35mm | 7 days | 2h/day |
| February | 6°C | -2°C | 30mm | 6 days | 3h/day |
| March | 12°C | 2°C | 35mm | 7 days | 5h/day |
| April | 17°C | 6°C | 40mm | 8 days | 6h/day |
| May | 22°C | 11°C | 55mm | 10 days | 7h/day |
| June | 25°C | 14°C | 65mm | 11 days | 8h/day |
| July | 28°C | 16°C | 60mm | 10 days | 9h/day |
| August | 27°C | 15°C | 55mm | 9 days | 8h/day |
| September | 22°C | 11°C | 45mm | 7 days | 6h/day |
| October | 15°C | 6°C | 35mm | 6 days | 4h/day |
| November | 8°C | 2°C | 45mm | 8 days | 2h/day |
| December | 4°C | -1°C | 40mm | 8 days | 2h/day |
What to Pack by Season
- • Light layers (t-shirts, long-sleeve shirts)
- • Comfortable walking shoes (cobblestones!)
- • Light jacket or cardigan for evenings
- • Sunglasses and sunscreen (summer)
- • Umbrella or rain jacket (May-June showers)
- • Hat for sun protection (July-August)
- • Shorts and sandals (summer months)
- • Warm coat (essential for Dec-Feb)
- • Layers (thermal underwear in winter)
- • Waterproof boots (snow and rain)
- • Scarf, gloves, hat (winter months)
- • Umbrella (autumn rain)
- • Sweaters and long pants
- • Indoor/outdoor temperature difference (heating)
Tokyo receives significant rainfall, especially during rainy season (June-July), with June-July being the wettest months (rainy season). Rain typically comes in short showers rather than all-day downpours. Always carry a compact umbrella or light rain jacket, especially in spring and autumn.
Rainy day activities: Visit museums (Tokyo National Museum, Edo-Tokyo Museum), explore covered shopping centers (Shibuya, Shinjuku shopping districts), enjoy traditional Japanese cuisine in cozy restaurants, or take a guided tour of Tokyo Skytree, teamLab Borderless, or Mori Art Museum.
Tokyo experiences significant temperature differences between day and night, especially in spring and autumn. A 20°C afternoon can drop to 8°C in the evening. Always bring layers you can add or remove as needed.
Summer heat waves can push temperatures above 30°C for several days. Stay hydrated, seek shade during midday hours (12:00-15:00), and plan indoor activities or river cruises during the hottest part of the day.