The month in detail
What to expect in November
Autumn in Tokyo is often underrated: 17°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (21% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (7.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
November ranks 6 out of 12 months in Tokyo. Compared to October: −4°C daytime, 11 pts fewer rainy days, +0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in November
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
3°
Sea
18°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
10.1h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 59
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Is November the right month?
The best month in Tokyo is September (7.9/10), 0.7 pt higher than November.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Japan
🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.01°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 9°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 37%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in November
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Location
Where is Tokyo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JapanTemperate oceanic climate with a 7.9 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.69°N · 139.69°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tokyo?
September is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 4.2h of sunshine and 37.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tokyo get in September?
Tokyo averages 4.2 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tokyo?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tokyo in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Tokyo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tokyo scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.4/10.
When should you avoid Tokyo?
January is the most difficult month to visit Tokyo, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tokyo in November?
In November, the sea averages 18°C in Tokyo: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tokyo in November?
The average UV index reaches 3 in November in Tokyo (moderate), with about 10.1h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.