Central Tokyo→
Station: TokyoShinjuku, Shibuya, Asakusa, Ginza
High
10.9℃
Low
2.1℃
- Precip.
- 56.5mm
- Sunshine
- 170h
- Sunset
- 17:21
Lots of sunny days. Plum blossoms peak at places like Yushima Tenjin
Tokyo Weather Guide
Tokyo Weather in February: What to Wear & Expect
February in Tokyo is still bitterly cold, just like January. Central Tokyo's high is 10.9°C, with mornings around 2°C. Even so, plum blossoms begin to open and Izu's early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms turn pink, bringing the first hints of spring. In Kusatsu and Oku-Nikko, the snow is at its deepest of the year.
- Tokyo high
- 10.9℃
- Tokyo low
- 2.1℃
- Tokyo rainfall
- 56.5mm
- Tokyo sunset
- 17:21
Overview
Tokyo in February: Key Points
- ✓Central Tokyo's high is 10.9°C, with mornings around 2°C. You'll still need a winter coat
- ✓Lots of sunny, dry days
- ✓Plum blossoms are at their best, and Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom in Izu
- ✓Kusatsu's snow tops 90 cm — the deepest of the year
By Area
February Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for February 15.
Yokohama→
Station: YokohamaMinato Mirai, Chinatown, Red Brick Warehouse
High
10.8℃
Low
3.1℃
- Precip.
- 64.7mm
- Sunshine
- 167h
- Sunset
- 17:22
Highs around 11°C. Harbor walks are pleasant on sunny days
Kamakura & Enoshima→
Station: TsujidoKamakura, Enoshima, Shonan
High
11.4℃
Low
2.2℃
- Precip.
- 61.1mm
- Sunshine
- 178h
- Sunset
- 17:23
Plum blossoms start to open at the temples. The sea breeze is cold
Hakone→
Station: GotembaHakone-Yumoto, Gora, Lake Ashi, Owakudani
High
8.6℃
Low
−1.2℃
- Precip.
- 128.9mm
- Sunshine
- 155h
- Sunset
- 17:25
Mornings below freezing. Snow can close Hakone's mountain roads
Fuji Five Lakes→
Station: KawaguchikoLake Kawaguchi, Lake Yamanaka, Oshino Hakkai
High
6.6℃
Low
−4.8℃
- Precip.
- 55.4mm
- Max snow depth
- 24cm
- Sunset
- 17:26
Mornings around -5°C. Snow-dusted Mt. Fuji is clearly visible
Nikko→
Station: Oku-NikkoNikko, Lake Chuzenji, Kegon Falls, Kinugawa Onsen
High
0.6℃
Low
−7.8℃
- Precip.
- 48.6mm
- Max snow depth
- 30cm
- Sunset
- 17:21
Oku-Nikko's high is around 0°C. See frozen waterfalls and snowy scenery
Karuizawa→
Station: KaruizawaKaruizawa, Kyu-Karuizawa, Shiraito Falls
High
3.5℃
Low
−8.0℃
- Precip.
- 36.8mm
- Max snow depth
- 28cm
- Sunset
- 17:25
Mornings around -8°C. Sunny, with dry air
Kusatsu Onsen→
Station: KusatsuKusatsu, Yubatake, Sainokawara
High
0.7℃
Low
−7.8℃
- Precip.
- 66.1mm
- Max snow depth
- 94cm
- Sunset
- 17:25
Snow tops 90 cm, the deepest of the year. The best season for skiing
Izu→
Station: AjiroAtami, Ito, Jogasaki Coast
High
11.3℃
Low
4.0℃
- Precip.
- 82mm
- Sunshine
- 143h
- Sunset
- 17:25
Kawazu cherry blossoms are at their best, and you can enjoy Atami's plum garden too
What to Wear
What to Wear in Tokyo in February
Base layer
Thermal underwear
Tops
Sweater or fleece, easy to take off in heated indoor spaces
Outerwear
Down jacket or thick coat
Bottoms
Long pants; add thick tights if you feel the cold
Shoes
Sneakers are fine in Tokyo. For the mountain areas, waterproof shoes with good grip
Accessories
Gloves, scarf and face mask. Once pollen starts flying, glasses help too
Kusatsu, Nikko and Karuizawa are in the depths of winter. Bring boots you can walk on snow in.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Cedar pollen season begins
Japanese cedar pollen starts flying around mid-February and peaks in March. If you have hay fever, bring masks and medication.
This is when snow is most likely
Snow in Tokyo falls mainly in January and February. Even a few centimeters can delay trains, so allow extra time on days when snow is forecast.
Kawazu cherry blossoms peak in February
The Kawazu cherry blossoms in Kawazu town, Izu, are usually at their best from early to late February. It's about 2.5 hours from Tokyo by train.
Perfect hot spring season
Cold February is the most rewarding time for the hot springs of Hakone, Kusatsu and Izu. Weekends get busy, so book your accommodation early.
Events
February Events & Highlights
Setsubun
Sensoji, Zojoji and moreAround February 3A ritual to drive away bad luck by throwing beans while chanting 'Demons out, luck in!' Famous temples and shrines draw huge crowds for the bean-throwing.
Plum Blossom Festivals
Yushima Tenjin, Atami Baien and moreUsually February to early MarchWhite and red plum blossoms reach their peak at Yushima Tenjin in Tokyo and Atami Baien plum garden — spring flowers that arrive a step ahead of the cherry blossoms.
About 850 Kawazu cherry trees line the river. The deep-pink, early-blooming blossoms paired with yellow rapeseed flowers are a popular sight.
Read the guide：Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival →A fireworks show over the sea that began in 1952 and is held more than ten times a year in Atami Bay. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the bowl-shaped bay makes the sound echo, giving it the impact of a stadium. Shows are held in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, with about 5,000 shells launched in summer and about 3,000 in other seasons.
Read the guide：Atami Fireworks Festival →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
- PRKlookHakone & Atami Fireworks Day Tour from Tokyo: Mt. Fuji, Hakone Shrine & Lakeside Torii, Lake Ashi Stroll, Atami Sun Beach & Atami Fireworks FestivalA bus tour from Tokyo covering Hakone sightseeing and the Atami fireworks in one day (view from the beach or a sightseeing boat)View on Klook
- PRKlookFireworks Days Only | Atami & Kamakura Fireworks Day Tour from TokyoA day tour from Tokyo combining sightseeing in Kamakura and Enoshima with the Atami fireworksView on Klook
An annual winter illumination that lights up the street trees along about 1.2 km of Marunouchi Naka-dori in front of Tokyo Station in its signature "champagne gold." 2026 marks its 25th year, and during the concurrent "MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY," a Harry Potter-themed symbol tree appears at the Marunouchi Building.
Read the guide：Marunouchi Illumination →Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Tokyo in February?＋
On average, the high is 10.9°C and the low is 2.1°C. It's almost as cold as January, and you'll need a winter coat.
Q. Can you see cherry blossoms in February?＋
Tokyo's Somei-yoshino cherry blossoms haven't opened yet, but Izu's Kawazu cherry blossoms are at their best from early to late February.
Q. Is there pollen in Tokyo in February?＋
Japanese cedar pollen usually starts flying around mid-February and increases into March.
Plan Your Trip
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Other Months
Tokyo 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.