Best time to visit Tokyo (by conditions)
Tokyo, Japan
For Tokyo, “best time” usually depends on your tolerance for heat, rain, and walking-heavy days.
Rather than labeling months as good or bad, it’s more practical to sort conditions that fit you.
Sea breezes can make the same number feel cooler—or stickier—than you expect.
Facts only
Jan · Feb
Avg low 1-2°C / high 8-10°C · Rainy days: 4-6 per month / rainfall around 40-60 mm
Mar · Apr
Avg low 5-10°C / high 13-19°C · Rainy days: 8-10 per month / rainfall around 90-120 mm
Sep · Oct
Avg low 16-20°C / high 23-28°C · Rainy days: 8-10 per month / rainfall around 120-180 mm
Nov · Dec
Avg low 4-8°C / high 11-16°C · Rainy days: 5-7 per month / rainfall around 50-90 mm
What it feels like
Rain changes how you move, and wind makes the same temperature feel much harsher.
When it tends to fit
- • If you’ll walk a lot and you’re sensitive to wind or rain, cooler/drier conditions tend to fit better.
- • For photo-and-walk trips, sunny days usually matter more than the exact temperature.
- • If you want to keep fatigue low (kids/family trips), avoiding peak midday heat helps.
When it may not fit
- • If you struggle with humid heat, some seasons can feel tiring even when the numbers look similar.
- • In rainier periods, “walking as planned” can be harder—tight itineraries may not fit well.
- • If you do many night outings, evening wind and chill can matter more than daytime highs.
What people usually wear
Not a single “correct outfit”—just common choices that cover most situations.
- • 🌡️ 5-10℃: A long padded coat or thick wool coat + knit/hoodie is ideal. Winter winds can be strong, so scarf and gloves help you enjoy night views without freezing.
- • 🌡️ 10-18℃: Light knit or sweatshirt + trench coat or short padded jacket works well. Days are mild but evenings can be chilly, so easy on/off layers are key.
- • 🌡️ 18-25℃: Short- or long-sleeve T-shirt + light outer (shirt, thin jacket) is usually enough. Air-conditioning on trains and in malls can be strong, so a cardigan is useful if you get cold.
The same numbers can still feel different depending on how you travel.
Explore Tokyo
These pages are connected so you can compare conditions and decide for yourself.