Hiroshima & Miyajima→
Station: HiroshimaHiroshima, Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine, Atomic Bomb Dome
High
10.9℃
Low
2.4℃
- Precip.
- 64mm
- Sunshine
- 140h
- Sunset
- 17:52
Highs around 11°C. Oyster season, with oyster festivals around the area
Chugoku & Shikoku Weather Guide
Chugoku & Shikoku Weather in February: What to Wear & Expect
Like January, February in Chugoku & Shikoku brings many cold days. Hiroshima's high is 10.9°C and mornings are around 2°C. Plum blossoms peak at Okayama Korakuen and Ritsurin Garden, bringing the first hints of spring. In Tottori in San'in, the average maximum snow depth is 28cm, the snowiest time of the year. In Okayama, the Saidaiji Eyo (Naked Festival) is held.
- Hiroshima high
- 10.9℃
- Hiroshima low
- 2.4℃
- Hiroshima rainfall
- 64mm
- Hiroshima sunset
- 17:52
Overview
Chugoku & Shikoku in February: Key Points
- ✓Hiroshima's high is 10.9°C, with mornings around 2°C. You'll still need a winter coat
- ✓Plum blossoms peak at Okayama Korakuen and Ritsurin Garden
- ✓Tottori's snowiest time of the year
- ✓Okayama's Saidaiji Eyo (Naked Festival) on the third Saturday
By Area
February Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for February 15.
Onomichi & Shimanami Kaido→
Station: IkuchijimaOnomichi, Shimanami Kaido, Ikuchijima, Imabari
High
9.9℃
Low
1.3℃
- Precip.
- 49.7mm
- Sunshine
- 140h
- Sunset
- 17:49
Highs around 10°C, mornings around 1°C. Lots of sunny days, but the wind is cold
Okayama & Kurashiki→
Station: OkayamaOkayama, Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, Okayama Korakuen, Okayama Castle
High
10.5℃
Low
0.5℃
- Precip.
- 45.4mm
- Sunshine
- 145h
- Sunset
- 17:46
Plum blossoms peak at Korakuen. Mornings are a chilly 0.5°C
Izumo & Matsue→
Station: MatsueMatsue, Izumo Taisha, Matsue Castle, Lake Shinji
High
9.4℃
Low
1.3℃
- Precip.
- 118.4mm
- Max snow depth
- 12cm
- Sunset
- 17:49
Highs around 9°C. Some snowy days, and still the depths of winter
Tottori→
Station: TottoriTottori, Tottori Sand Dunes, Uradome Coast, Mt. Daisen
High
9.1℃
Low
1.0℃
- Precip.
- 154mm
- Max snow depth
- 28cm
- Sunset
- 17:44
Average maximum snow depth of 28cm. You may see the dunes under snow
Hagi, Tsunoshima & Akiyoshidai→
Station: HagiHagi, Tsunoshima, Akiyoshidai, Kintaikyo Bridge
High
10.4℃
Low
2.5℃
- Precip.
- 76.3mm
- Sunshine
- 94h
- Sunset
- 17:57
Hagi highs around 10°C, mornings 2.5°C
Takamatsu, Naoshima & Shodoshima→
Station: TakamatsuTakamatsu, Naoshima, Shodoshima, Kotohiragu, Ritsurin Garden
High
10.5℃
Low
2.2℃
- Precip.
- 45.8mm
- Sunshine
- 144h
- Sunset
- 17:46
Plum blossoms peak at Ritsurin Garden. Highs of 10.5°C
Tokushima, Naruto & Iya→
Station: TokushimaTokushima, Naruto Whirlpools, Iya Vine Bridge, Oboke
High
10.8℃
Low
3.1℃
- Precip.
- 53mm
- Sunshine
- 153h
- Sunset
- 17:44
Tokushima highs around 11°C. In the mountains of Iya, watch out for snow and icy roads
Matsuyama & Dogo Onsen→
Station: MatsuyamaMatsuyama, Dogo Onsen, Matsuyama Castle, Uchiko
High
11.0℃
Low
2.8℃
- Precip.
- 65.7mm
- Sunshine
- 142h
- Sunset
- 17:52
Highs around 11°C, mornings around 3°C. Good for strolling the hot spring town
Kochi & Shimanto→
Station: KochiKochi, Katsurahama Beach, Kochi Castle, Shimanto River
High
13.2℃
Low
3.1℃
- Precip.
- 107.8mm
- Sunshine
- 177h
- Sunset
- 17:49
Highs around 13°C. Lots of sunshine, the warmest in the region
What to Wear
What to Wear in Chugoku & Shikoku in February
Base layer
Thermal underwear
Tops
Sweater or fleece
Outerwear
Down jacket or thick coat
Bottoms
Long pants; thick tights work too
Shoes
Comfortable walking shoes. For Matsue and Tottori, waterproof non-slip shoes
Accessories
Gloves, a scarf and kairo (disposable heat packs)
Touring plum gardens means a lot of walking outdoors. Even when the sun is out, the wind is cold, so warm layers that are easy to take on and off are recommended.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Peak snow season in San'in
Snow is most likely to settle in Tottori in February. Rental cars need winter tires, and leave room in your plans for train delays.
Sights are relatively quiet
February is a relatively quiet month for tourism. You can take your time exploring Miyajima, the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter and Naoshima.
See plum blossoms in the gardens
Plum blossoms are at their best at Okayama Korakuen from early February to early March, and at Ritsurin Garden from late January to early March.
Saidaiji Eyo is a nighttime event
The climax of the Saidaiji Eyo is the throwing of the sacred shingi sticks at 10pm. It gets extremely crowded on the day, and the night is cold, so dress warmly.
Events
February Events & Highlights
Saidaiji Eyo (Naked Festival)
Saidaiji Kannon-in, OkayamaEvery year on the third Saturday of FebruaryA nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property with over 500 years of history. Around 10,000 men in loincloths scramble for 2 sacred shingi sticks thrown from the Gofuku window of the main hall.
Plum Blossoms at Okayama Korakuen
OkayamaEarly February–Early MarchRed and white plum blossoms bloom in the plum grove of Okayama Korakuen, one of Japan's three great gardens. Daffodils can also be seen from mid-January to early March.
Hiroshima Oyster Festivals
Oyster-producing areas in Hiroshima PrefectureAround January–FebruaryEvents held in the prefecture's oyster-producing areas during oyster season, with tastings and sales of in-season oysters. Whether and when they are held varies from year to year.
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Hiroshima in February?＋
On average, the high is 10.9°C and the low is 2.4°C. It stays about as cold as January.
Q. Where can I see plum blossoms in February?＋
We recommend Okayama Korakuen (early February to early March) and Ritsurin Garden in Takamatsu (late January to early March).
Q. Is there snow on the Tottori Sand Dunes in February?＋
February is when snow is most likely to settle in Tottori, and the dunes are sometimes covered in snow. Bring non-slip shoes and warm clothing.
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Other Months
Chugoku & Shikoku Weather in Other Months
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Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.