February in Tokyo averages highs of 10 °C (51 °F) and lows of 1 °C (33 °F), with about 6 rainy days and 10 h 50 min of daylight.
February weather in Tokyo at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is February a good time to visit Tokyo?
Tough month: cold and some rain. February is usually shoulder season in Tokyo: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in February 2026
- Wed 11 Feb: Foundation Day (建国記念の日) public holiday
- Mon 23 Feb: The Emperor's Birthday (天皇誕生日) public holiday
Banks and many shops close on public holidays, and museums may change their hours, so check before you go.
Things to do in Tokyo in February
February's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Senso-ji and Asakusa — early morning outdoors
- Shibuya Crossing and Shibuya Sky — dusk outdoors
- Meiji Shrine and Harajuku outdoors
- Shinjuku Gyoen — gardens, great in blossom season outdoors
- teamLab Planets or Borderless — timed tickets indoors
- Tsukiji Outer Market — breakfast indoors
Where to stay: Shinjuku or Shibuya for energy and trains; Asakusa for old Tokyo and value; Ginza for upmarket.
What to pack for Tokyo in February
- A warm jacket and layers; evenings drop to around 1 °C (33 °F).
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Tokyo costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €60–130 | €160–330 |
Excluding flights. February is usually shoulder season in Tokyo: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower.
February in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyoto | 9° / 0° | 6 | Tough month |
| Bangkok | 32° / 23° | 3 | Mixed weather |
| Singapore | 30° / 24° | 14 | Tough month |
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FAQ
Is February a good time to visit Tokyo?
By the numbers, February is a tough month: cold and some rain, with average highs of 10 °C (51 °F) and about 6 rainy days. February is usually shoulder season in Tokyo: fewer crowds than peak months, with prices often a little lower. The best months for weather are April, May.
How warm is Tokyo in February?
Average highs are 10 °C (51 °F) and lows 1 °C (33 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in February?
Expect about 6 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 57 mm in total. It is the 3rd driest month of the year in Tokyo.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.