Facts checked against live data · 12 Sept 2026

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Japan in July: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What July 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
30°C
Average low
23°C
Rainfall
181mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 2nd warmest month of Japan's year. The 4th wettest month, at 10% of the year's rain.

Public holidays in July

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • July 20 海の日 · Marine Day

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Tokyo, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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