Fukuoka & Dazaifu→
Station: FukuokaFukuoka, Hakata, Tenjin, Dazaifu Tenmangu
High
11.6℃
Low
4.4℃
- Precip.
- 69.8mm
- Sunshine
- 124h
- Sunset
- 18:02
Highs around 12°C. Dazaifu Tenmangu's plum blossoms peak from mid-month
Kyushu Weather Guide
Kyushu Weather in February: What to Wear & Expect
February in Kyushu is still mostly cold, following on from January. Fukuoka's high is 11.6°C and mornings are around 4°C. Even so, plum blossoms begin to open at Dazaifu Tenmangu and peak from mid-month. In Nagasaki, about 15,000 lanterns light up the city for the Nagasaki Lantern Festival, and in Aso, controlled burning of the grasslands begins: a run of winter events unique to Kyushu. Miyazaki is lively with professional baseball spring training camps.
- Fukuoka high
- 11.6℃
- Fukuoka low
- 4.4℃
- Fukuoka rainfall
- 69.8mm
- Fukuoka sunset
- 18:02
Overview
Kyushu in February: Key Points
- ✓Fukuoka's high is 11.6°C, with mornings around 4°C. You'll still need a winter coat
- ✓Dazaifu Tenmangu's plum blossoms are usually best from mid-February to early March
- ✓The Nagasaki Lantern Festival runs for 17 days from the first Friday of February
- ✓Early spring scenery too, such as Aso's controlled burning and tulips at Huis Ten Bosch
By Area
February Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for February 15.
Nagasaki→
Station: NagasakiNagasaki, Mt. Inasa, Glover Garden, Meganebashi Bridge
High
12.0℃
Low
4.5℃
- Precip.
- 84mm
- Sunshine
- 122h
- Sunset
- 18:05
Highs around 12°C. The whole city is lively with the Lantern Festival
Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch→
Station: SaseboSasebo, Huis Ten Bosch, Kujukushima Islands
High
11.7℃
Low
4.1℃
- Precip.
- 81.1mm
- Sunshine
- 128h
- Sunset
- 18:05
Mornings around 4°C. Tulips begin to bloom at Huis Ten Bosch
Karatsu, Arita & Ureshino Onsen→
Station: UreshinoUreshino Onsen, Karatsu, Arita, Imari
High
11.2℃
Low
0.7℃
- Precip.
- 96.1mm
- Sunshine
- 129h
- Sunset
- 18:04
Ureshino mornings around 1°C. Relax with hot springs and Ureshino tea
Kumamoto & Aso→
Station: KumamotoKumamoto, Kumamoto Castle, Aso, Kurokawa Onsen
High
12.4℃
Low
2.6℃
- Precip.
- 83.2mm
- Sunshine
- 141h
- Sunset
- 18:01
Kumamoto highs around 12°C. Controlled burning takes place in Aso, and roads may be closed
Beppu & Yufuin→
Station: OitaBeppu, Yufuin, Beppu Hells Tour, Mt. Yufu
High
11.5℃
Low
3.0℃
- Precip.
- 64.1mm
- Sunshine
- 149h
- Sunset
- 17:58
Oita mornings around 3°C. A season when the hot spring steam is especially visible
Takachiho→
Station: TakachihoTakachiho, Takachiho Gorge, Takachiho Shrine, Amanoiwato Shrine
High
11.1℃
Low
−0.3℃
- Precip.
- 80.4mm
- Sunshine
- 136h
- Sunset
- 17:59
Mornings around 0°C. Yokagura continues until around early February
Miyazaki & Nichinan→
Station: MiyazakiMiyazaki, Aoshima, Nichinan Coast, Udo Jingu
High
14.1℃
Low
4.0℃
- Precip.
- 95.8mm
- Sunshine
- 171h
- Sunset
- 18:00
Highs around 14°C. Professional baseball spring training season
Kagoshima, Sakurajima & Ibusuki→
Station: KagoshimaKagoshima, Sakurajima, Ibusuki, Sengan-en
High
14.6℃
Low
5.8℃
- Precip.
- 112.7mm
- Sunshine
- 139h
- Sunset
- 18:04
Highs around 15°C, on the warm side for the Kyushu mainland. Ibusuki's rapeseed blossoms last until around early in the month
Yakushima→
Station: YakushimaYakushima, Shiratani Unsuikyo, Jomon Sugi, Yakusugi Land
High
15.5℃
Low
9.2℃
- Precip.
- 289.2mm
- Sunshine
- 83h
- Sunset
- 18:05
Mornings around 9°C on the coast. Lots of rain. Snow and ice in the mountains call for winter mountain gear
What to Wear
What to Wear in Kyushu 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 with thick socks
Accessories
Gloves, a scarf and kairo heat packs, also for evening lantern walks
The Lantern Festival and plum blossom viewing mean long walks outdoors. It gets especially cold at night, so gloves and kairo heat packs will keep you comfortable.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Go to the Lantern Festival in the evening
The lanterns light up from the evening. Nagasaki Shinchi Chinatown and the area around Meganebashi Bridge get crowded, so book your accommodation early.
Watch for road closures during Aso's controlled burning
On burning days, some roads in Aso are closed. The schedule changes with the weather, so check the latest information from Aso City or Kumamoto Prefecture.
Miyazaki is busy with training camps
In February, professional baseball spring training camps are held around Miyazaki Prefecture. On weekends, the areas around the camps and accommodation get crowded.
Cedar pollen season begins
Cedar pollen starts flying around mid-February. If you have hay fever, bring masks and medication.
Events
February Events & Highlights
It began as a Spring Festival celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year. About 15,000 lanterns are lit, and there's an Emperor's Parade and a Mazu procession.
Read the guide：Nagasaki Lantern Festival →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
Plum Blossoms at Dazaifu Tenmangu
Fukuoka (Dazaifu)Usually mid-February to early MarchAbout 6,000 plum trees of some 200 varieties bloom. The sacred Tobiume tree to the right of the main hall is known as the first to bloom in the shrine grounds.
Aso Controlled Burning (Noyaki)
AsoUsually February–MarchAso's early spring scene, in which the mountain slopes are burned to preserve the grasslands. The schedule changes with the weather, and roads are closed during burning.
A winter light event at Huis Ten Bosch, a theme park recreating a Dutch townscape. The illumination, which has won first place in the Illumination Awards’ overall entertainment category for 13 consecutive years, is being renewed for the first time in 16 years for the 2026–27 season and will appear as ‘The Starlight Million.’ Events themed on a European Christmas are held at the same time.
Read the guide：Huis Ten Bosch Winter Illumination →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
A winter Shinto ritual held from mid-November to early February the following year in about 20 villages in Takachiho Town. A private home or community hall becomes the kagura-yado (kagura venue), the local guardian deity is welcomed, and 33 kagura dances are performed through the night as an offering. It was designated a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property in 1978. Dates are set by each village and are usually announced around October.
Read the guide：Takachiho Yokagura (Night Kagura) →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
- PRKlookMiyazaki Day Tour: Takachiho Gorge & Kamishikimi Kumanoimasu Shrine (from Fukuoka)A day tour visiting Takachiho Gorge, Amano Iwato Shrine and more. Aso and boating options availableView on Klook
- PRKlookAso, Kusasenri & Takachiho Gorge Day Tour (from Hakata Station)Kusasenri and Takachiho Gorge in one day. Takachiho Gorge rowboat rental option availableView on Klook
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Fukuoka in February?＋
On average, the high is 11.6°C and the low is 4.4°C. It's about as cold as January, and you'll need a winter coat.
Q. When are the plum blossoms best at Dazaifu Tenmangu?＋
Usually from mid-February to early March. Blooming times vary from year to year, so check the bloom status before you go.
Q. When is the Nagasaki Lantern Festival?＋
From 2026 onward, it runs for 17 days from the first Friday of February. The lanterns are lit from the evening.
Plan Your Trip
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Other Months
Kyushu Weather in Other Months
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.