01Weather
Tokyo weather in February
Afternoons in February average 11.6 °C (53 °F) and nights cool to 3.0 °C (37 °F). The month brings about 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain spread over roughly 7 days. Compared with January it is 1.3 °C warmer; March is 3.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical February | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 16 °C / 61 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 8 °C / 46 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 0 °C / 32 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 2.9 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 22 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest February day 2016–2025 | 23.0 °C / -2.1 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 February | 06:40 | 17:08 | 10.5 h |
| 15 February | 06:27 | 17:22 | 10.9 h |
| 28 February | 06:12 | 17:34 | 11.4 h |
Daylight grows by about 54 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Tokyo).
03Crowds
How busy Tokyo is in February
quiet The main sights are quiet in February. What drives it:
- coldest month
- plum blossom
- Chinese New Year brings visitors from the region
04Public holidays
Public holidays in February 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2027 | Foundation Day |
| 23 Feb 2027 | The Emperor's Birthday |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Tokyo in February
Every year in February
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Setsubun bean-throwing | 3 February, temples | tradition |
07Packing
What to pack for Tokyo in February
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
February is the coldest month, with afternoons around 10 °C and nights near freezing, but also one of the driest and sunniest, with plum blossom at Yushima Tenjin and Hanegi Park from early in the month and the best chance of a snowy morning in the city. Setsubun on 3 February brings bean-throwing ceremonies at Senso-ji and Zojoji. Crowds are low outside Chinese New Year, when visitors from the region arrive, and hotel prices are at their lowest.
National Foundation Day on 11 February and the Emperor's Birthday on 23 February are public holidays, with shrines busy and most shops open. Daylight already stretches past five in the evening. The Tokyo Marathon runs through the city on a Sunday in late February or early March, closing central roads for the morning. For visitors who want sakura, the first forecasts appear in February and the bloom usually starts in the last week of March.
09Compare
Tokyo month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10 °C | 2 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| February | 12 °C | 3 °C | 7 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 7 °C | 9 | – | busy | Mixed |
| April | 20 °C | 11 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Good |
| May | 24 °C | 16 °C | 9 | – | busy | Good |
| June | 27 °C | 20 °C | 12 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 31 °C | 24 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 32 °C | 25 °C | 8 | – | busy | Good |
| September | 28 °C | 22 °C | 12 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| October | 22 °C | 16 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| November | 17 °C | 10 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| December | 12 °C | 4 °C | 6 | – | busy | Good |
Not sure about February? See the best time to visit Tokyo.
10Elsewhere
February in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Kyoto in February | 11 °C | 8 |
| Seoul in February | 6 °C | – |
| Shanghai in February | 11 °C | 12 |
| Beijing in February | 7 °C | 3 |
| Bangkok in February | 34 °C | – |
| Singapore in February | 31 °C | 6 |
11FAQ
Tokyo in February: your questions
Is February a good time to visit Tokyo?
February is a good month to visit Tokyo. Daytime highs average 12 °C (53 °F), rain falls on about 7 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Tokyo in February?
Expect cool days around 12 °C (53 °F) and nights near 3 °C (37 °F). One February in ten brings afternoons above 16 °C, and one in ten stays below 8 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in February?
February brings about 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain over roughly 7 days, which is fairly dry by Tokyo standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 22 percent.
What should I wear in Tokyo in February?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Tokyo crowded in February?
The main sights are quiet in February. Main drivers: coldest month; plum blossom; Chinese New Year brings visitors from the region.
What time does it get dark in Tokyo in February?
Around the middle of February the sun sets at about 17:22 and rises at 06:27, giving 10.9 hours of daylight.