Tokyo, JapanQuick decision
When to visit Tokyo?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
59°F–73°F in May
🌧 Least rain
39% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
March (39%)
📅 Best score
7.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
SakuraLate March–early April — Ueno, Chidorigafuchi, Shinjuku Gyoen, a unique spectacle.
Food & DiningYear-round — more Michelin stars than Paris, ramen, sushi, izakaya.
Kōyō (Autumn Leaves)November — Nikko, Shinjuku Gyoen, Meiji Jingu, spectacular colours.
Culture & TemplesApril–May or October — Senso-ji, Meiji, Shibuya, without heat or humidity.
FamilyApril or October — Tokyo Disneyland, teamLab, ideal temperatures.
BudgetJanuary–March — outside sakura, hotels often cheaper, yen favourable for Europeans.
Monthly climate data
Tokyo weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 32°F | 48°F | 16% | 0.1in | 8.7h | 5.7/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 34°F | 50°F | 24% | 0.1in | 9.5h | 5.8/10 |
| ⛅ March | 39°F | 57°F | 39% | 0.2in | 9.8h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 50°F | 66°F | 39% | 0.2in | 10.1h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 59°F | 73°F | 39% | 0.2in | 10.6h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 66°F | 79°F | 49% | 0.3in | 9.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 73°F | 86°F | 51% | 0.2in | 10.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 77°F | 90°F | 46% | 0.2in | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 70°F | 82°F | 52% | 0.3in | 8.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 57°F | 70°F | 42% | 0.3in | 7.5h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ November | 46°F | 63°F | 29% | 0.1in | 9.0h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 36°F | 52°F | 22% | 0.1in | 8.7h | 5.9/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 19°F, 39% rainy days, 10.2h sunshine/day. Score: 6.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 29°F, 49% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 22°F, 41% rainy days, 8.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 10°F, 21% rainy days, 9.0h sunshine/day. Score: 5.8/10.
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FAQ
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May is ideal with 39% rainy days and 23°F.
March is the wettest month with 39% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 23°F.
In winter, the average score is 5.8/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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