The weather in February in Japan
It's cool in February in Japan with an average temperature of 11°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 8°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 6°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in February for Japan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2016, Japan reached the highest temperature in February over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In February, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,5 cm falls as snow in February. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in February for Japan
Click on any day in February to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Japan. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
February weather comparison
| Japan | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 11°C | 6°C |
| Max. temperature | 15°C | 10°C |
| Min. temperature | 1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 11 days |
| Total snowfall | 5,5 cm | 34 cm |
| Snowy days | 2 days | 12 days |
Start of February
The month of February starts in Japan with cold temps, averaging around 11°C during the day and nights around 3°C.
Mid February
By mid-February, daytime temps rise to around 12°C, with nights around 4°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of February
By the end of February, the average daytime temperature in Japan is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in February in Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in February in Japan
Temperature in February in Japan over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in February in Japan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in February in Japan
Total precipitation in February in Japan over the years
Daily Snowfall in February in Japan
Snowfall in February in Japan per year
Daily UV index in February in Japan
This chart shows the average daily UV index in February in Japan, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in February in Japan
The weather in February in Japan is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Japan? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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
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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.