Climate of Tokyo, Japan
Area-weighted average across Tokyo. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Tokyo, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.8°C / 40.6°F in January to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in August, with rainfall from 54 mm / 2.1 in to 220 mm / 8.7 in depending on the season (1638 mm / 64.5 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.8°C40.6°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| February | 5.1°C41.2°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| March | 7.9°C46.2°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| April | 13.2°C55.8°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
| May | 17.4°C63.3°F | 151 mm5.9″ | — |
| June | 20.5°C68.9°F | 205 mm8.1″ | — |
| July | 24.1°C75.4°F | 163 mm6.4″ | — |
| August | 25.5°C77.9°F | 194 mm7.6″ | — |
| September | 22.1°C71.8°F | 220 mm8.7″ | — |
| October | 16.9°C62.4°F | 189 mm7.4″ | — |
| November | 11.9°C53.4°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| December | 7.3°C45.1°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tokyo?
Tokyo, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 25.5°C / 77.9°F, and the driest is December at 54 mm / 2.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Tokyo?
Tokyo, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.8°C / 40.6°F in January to 25.5°C / 77.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1638 mm / 64.5 in, with the wettest month being September (220 mm / 8.7 in) and the driest December (54 mm / 2.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Tokyo?
The hottest month in Tokyo is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.5°C / 77.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Tokyo?
The coldest month in Tokyo is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.8°C / 40.6°F.
When does it rain most in Tokyo?
The wettest month in Tokyo is September, averaging about 220 mm / 8.7 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 54 mm / 2.1 in.