Hakata Weather in February

 Season: Winter
 Overview: 
1. Hakata in February sees chilly weather with occasional strong winds.
2. It is mostly overcast, and the precipitation is low.
3. The region receives fewer tourists, except for National Foundation Day and Emperor’s Birthday.

Not Very Cold

Average Temperature: 4 - 11℃ (39.2 - 51.8℉)

The Hakata weather in February is not very cold, compared with other regions in Honshu. Tough a chill can be felt, most days are a bit pleasant. Day temperatures are often 10 - 15℃ (50 - 59℉) and the maximum can reach 20℃ (68℉), while most night temperatures stay around 2 - 8℃ (35.6 - 46.4℉) and the minimum falls below 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit), so still keep warm if you have an outing during this time. High winds blow at times, making the apparent temperature lower. 

Low Precipitation

February in Hakata has 63mm (2.5 in) precipitation on average, accumulating from 9 days. Most of time the rain is light and spans a short period, but it can fall suddenly and frequently throughout the whole day, leading to some inconvenience to your trip. Snow indeed falls in Hakata in February, but usually not much and slightly; also, due to somewhat high temperatures, you won’t see the accumulated snow.

The relative humidity in February is 63%, at a low level, and you may feel a bit dry.

Daylight Hours & Sunshine Hours 

In February, the daytime is short with an average of 10.5 hours per day as the sun rises at 6:48 - 7:75 and sets at 17:48 - 18:15. The daily duration of sunshine averages 4 hours; after all, the number of cloudy days occupies more than half a month in despite of the rainy/snowy days.

Pros and Cons of Visiting Hakata in February 

 Pros:
1. The climate of Hakata in February is not severely cold. 
2. February is the low tourism season: attractions and restaurants receive fewer tourists, hotels and airline tickets are easily available at a lower price and tranquiller atmosphere gives you a better travel experience. 
3. You have a chance to experience Setsubun Festival and taste seasonal seafood.

 Cons: 
1. Most of time it is overcast, so the pictures you take might not look beautiful.

2. Short daylight hours mean you may need to make a tight travel schedule.

What to Wear in Hakata in February

 Clothes: Onion-like dressing method is always the first option in February since it has a huge temperature gap between indoors and outdoors. For example, wear a thin sweater as the inner layer and a 3-in-1 jacket with a detachable fleece on top. When the temperature goes up, you can take off the fleece. Regarding the low part, any fleece lined pants are recommended for males, while females can wear a long wool skirt paired with thermal leggings.

 Footwear: Walkable shoes like hiking shoes should be chosen considering you may walk a lot. A small can of anti-slip spray is necessary in case of rain.

 Others: Medium-thick hats, scarves and gloves are needed to cope with high winds. Don’t forget to prepare rain gear and some moisturizing products. 

Travel Advice for Hakata in February

1. Kushida Shrine, Sumiyoshi Shrine and Tochoji Temple celebrate Setsubun Festival on every February 2 to 3, and some ceremonies are worth experiencing such as bean-throwing exorcisms and wish-making rituals. What’s more, the three entrances of Kushida Shrine are decorated with 5-meter-tall (16 feet) Okame masks to welcome prayers from January 15 to February 15, and reportedly passing through its big mouth can bring you good luck and happiness.
2. If it rains, you’d better visit indoor sites: Canal City Hakata, JR Hakata City, Hakata Machiya Folk Museum, Shopping Park LaLaport and Kawabata Shopping Arcade.
3. February is one of the best periods in Hakata to savor oysters with velvety and rich texture. Hakata Bayside Place has a gourmet feast- Oyster Hut, from November to March, when besides oysters, other fresh seafood like scallops and shrimps is offered. 
4. Due to National Foundation Day and Emperor Akihito’s birth, local people take one day off on February 11 and three days off on February 22 - 24 respectively, so some restaurants, attractions and stores get a little crowded during these two periods. 
5. Remember to check local weather forecast to minimize the impact of sudden rainfall, if you have a travel plan of Hakata in February 2026.

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