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Japan in February: Weather, Crowds & What's On
What February is actually like in Japan — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.
- Average high
- 11°C
- Average low
- 2°C
- Rainfall
- 56mm
Where this month sits in the year
The 11th warmest month of Japan's year. The driest month of the year.
Public holidays in February
Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.
- February 11 建国記念の日 · Foundation Day
- February 23 天皇誕生日 · The Emperor's Birthday
On in February
- Sapporo Snow Festival
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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Tokyo, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.