01Weather
Tokyo weather in July
Afternoons in July average 30.8 °C (87 °F) and nights cool to 23.9 °C (75 °F). The month brings about 134 mm (5.3 in) of rain spread over roughly 12 days. Compared with June it is 4.0 °C warmer; August is 1.5 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 35 °C / 95 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 25 °C / 77 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 20 °C / 69 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 19.5 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 39 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 39.0 °C / 17.4 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 04:28 | 19:00 | 14.5 h |
| 15 July | 04:36 | 18:57 | 14.3 h |
| 31 July | 04:48 | 18:46 | 14.0 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 30 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Tokyo).
03Crowds
How busy Tokyo is in July
busy The main sights are busy in July. What drives it:
- rainy season ends mid-July
- Sumida River fireworks
- summer school holidays begin
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 19 Jul 2027 | Marine Day |
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 July
Every year in July
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sumida River Fireworks | last Saturday of July | fireworks |
| Mitama Matsuri | mid-July, Yasukuni Shrine lanterns | festival |
07Packing
What to pack for Tokyo in July
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 20 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July turns hot and humid once the rainy season ends in the third week, with afternoons around 29 °C and the Sumida River fireworks on the last Saturday drawing a million spectators to the riverbanks. The Mitama Matsuri at Yasukuni Shrine in mid-July lights 30,000 lanterns, and the Tanabata star festival on 7 July decorates shopping streets with paper wishes. School holidays start around 20 July, and Marine Day on the third Monday is a public holiday.
Air-conditioned department stores, museums and the subway make midday bearable; plan temples and gardens for early morning. Mount Fuji's climbing season opens in early July, with huts and trails open until early September. Hotel prices rise with the school holidays but remain below spring and autumn peaks. Rain falls on about ten days, often as evening thunderstorms. The heat peaks in August with the Obon holiday.
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 July? See the best time to visit Tokyo.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Kyoto in July | 33 °C | 13 |
| Seoul in July | 31 °C | 20 |
| Shanghai in July | 34 °C | 13 |
| Beijing in July | 33 °C | 12 |
| Bangkok in July | 34 °C | 22 |
| Singapore in July | 32 °C | 11 |
11FAQ
Tokyo in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit Tokyo?
July is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Tokyo. Daytime highs average 31 °C (87 °F), rain falls on about 12 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Tokyo in July?
Expect hot days around 31 °C (87 °F) and nights near 24 °C (75 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 35 °C, and one in ten stays below 25 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in July?
July brings about 134 mm (5.3 in) of rain over roughly 12 days, which is showery by Tokyo standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 39 percent.
What should I wear in Tokyo in July?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Tokyo crowded in July?
The main sights are busy in July. Main drivers: rainy season ends mid-July; Sumida River fireworks; summer school holidays begin.
What time does it get dark in Tokyo in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 18:57 and rises at 04:36, giving 14.3 hours of daylight.