What’s the climate like in Japan?
The current climate in Japan features temperatures ranging from a high of 30°C to a low of 6°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 19°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around -3°C and in the warmer months around 21°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Japan in recent years was 37°C in August 2015. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -5°C in January 2023.
On average, Japan gets 1373 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 44 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The typhoon season in Japan runs from June to November.
The climate in Japan is based on weather data from Tokyo. Other places, like Kyōto, Osaka or Hokkaido, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Japan to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Japan?
The best time to visit Japan for mild to warm weather is April up to August and October. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Japan.
Climate Table of Japan
The climate table of Japan shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 6 | 11 | 12 | 17 | 23 | 25 | 28 | 30 | 27 | 20 | 14 | 11 |
| Temp. min (°C) | -2 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 13 | 5 | 3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 45 | 69 | 83 | 89 | 85 | 148 | 190 | 148 | 232 | 184 | 52 | 48 |
| Snow (cm) | 18 | 5,6 | 13 | 3,2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,8 | 3,2 |
| UV Index | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 19°C
- Highest temperature: 30°C in August
- Lowest temperature: 6°C in January
- Precipitation*: 1373 mm per year, averaging 114 mm per month
- Snowfall: 44 cm per year
- Driest months: 45 mm in January, 48 mm in December and 52 mm in November
- Wettest months: 232 mm in September, 190 mm in July and 184 mm in October
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Japan
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Japan
This graph shows how much rainfall Japan gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Japan
This graph shows how much snow Japan gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Japan
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Japan. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Japan
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Japan. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Japan
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Japan over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Japan
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Japan over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Japan
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The days ranged from wonderfully sunny and warm and humid to rainy and stormy due to typhoon season. The air temperature remained at twenty degrees Celsius. Wearable, but you must be able to withstand hot and humid weather.— This text is automatically translated to English
One day you might enjoy a pleasant temperature of 15°C, the next day you should have an umbrella handy. The weather was rarely ideal, sometimes sunny, often rainy. Because of the weather, November is not the best time to visit Japan.— This text is automatically translated to English
Lots of snow in the north and fairly cold weather in the south. The problem is when you have travel plans. Ski conditions are excellent, but can be uncomfortable for non-skiers.— This text is automatically translated to English
Cool, clear, blue skies alternated with glorious sunshine during the day and light snow in the evening. The temperature dropped considerably and a warm coat was required. No crowds, perfect!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Japan by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Japan. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
