Japan - When to Visit

When to Visit Japan

Climate guide & best times to travel

Monthly Climate Data for Japan Average temperature and rainfall by month Climate Overview -11°C 0°C 10°C 20°C 31°C Rainfall (mm) 0 5 10 Jan Jan: 2.0°C high, -6.0°C low, 3mm rain Feb Feb: 3.0°C high, -6.0°C low, 3mm rain Mar Mar: 8.0°C high, -2.0°C low, 5mm rain Apr Apr: 13.0°C high, 3.0°C low, 5mm rain May May: 18.0°C high, 8.0°C low, 5mm rain Jun Jun: 21.0°C high, 12.0°C low, 8mm rain Jul Jul: 25.0°C high, 17.0°C low, 10mm rain Aug Aug: 26.0°C high, 18.0°C low, 8mm rain Sep Sep: 22.0°C high, 15.0°C low, 8mm rain Oct Oct: 16.0°C high, 8.0°C low, 8mm rain Nov Nov: 11.0°C high, 2.0°C low, 3mm rain Dec Dec: 5.0°C high, -3.0°C low, 3mm rain Temperature Rainfall

Japan experiences varied climate throughout the year, with distinct seasons that offer different travel experiences.

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Month-by-Month Guide

January

Visit Japan in January.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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February

Visit Japan in February.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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March

Visit Japan in March.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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April

Visit Japan in April.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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May

Visit Japan in May.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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June

Visit Japan in June.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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July

Visit Japan in July.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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August

Visit Japan in August.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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September

Visit Japan in September.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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October

Visit Japan in October.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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November

Visit Japan in November.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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December

Visit Japan in December.

75°F High
60°F Low
Moderate Rainfall
Medium Crowds
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