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Japan Weather in February

Japan Winter
February is one of the coldest months in Japan, as the average temperature rovers around 2-10℃ (35.6-50℉) in this month. In particular, Hokkaido and northern Honshu are covered by snows frequently. However, the warmer south may be spring-like already. To last days of the month, it would warm up a little bit, but still cold on the whole. February is in the slack season of travel in Japan, but you can catch the last chance to enjoy winter fun.


The coldest cities in Japan in February:
Asahikawa: -7℃ (19.4℉), Kushiro: -5℃ (23℉), Wakkanai: -4℃ (24.8℉), Sapporo: -3℃ (26.6℉)  
The warmest cities in Japan in February:
Naha: 18℃ (64.4℉), Kagoshima: 10℃ (50℉), Nagasaki: 8℃ (46.4℉)

Averages for Japan Weather in February

High Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Low Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
Sunrise
06:13 ~ 06:42
Sunset
17:08 ~ 17:35



February Temperatures in Japan


What to Wear
The sweater, woolen overcoat, padded jacket, winter pants, boots and so on are proper to wear in February in Japan. Hat, scarf, and gloves also can’t be forgotten outdoors. As the temperature would rise a little in late February, you may change clothes mildly; but it’s still the most important to keep warm in February.
 
February Travel Guide – What to Do & Tips
Tourism Rate: 

1. Hokkaido

It is the best region for winter fun in Japan. You can enjoy the scenery covered by snow and a variety of winter activities. Sapporo Snow Festival weaves a grand ice world, and becomes a must in Hokkaido, Japan in winter.

•  Sapporo Snow Festival
As one of most splendid snow festivals in the world, Sapporo Snow Festival offers a few vast sites with the incredible snow and ice sculptures as well as exciting snow games. It’s usually held in early February.
Winter in Japan

2. Hot Spring Bathing

Winter is the best time to take hot spring bath, as Japan embraces many natural onsen. Kusatsu, Hakone, and Beppu are all the best-known onsen towns in Japan, where you can enjoy the traditional onsen spa. In particular, you could look the iconic Mt. Fuji far into the distance in Hakone when the sky is clear.

3. Plum Blossoms Viewing

To late February, plum blossoms are celebrated in Japan, especially the central regions. If you go to Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, etc., the plum blossoms are charming to indicate that spring is coming soon.


February Weather of Major Japan Cities
February
Temperature Sunrise / Sunset Humidity
(%)
High Low
Aomori
0°C / 32°F -4°C / 24.8°F 06:33 / 17:10 78
Asahikawa
-3°C / 26.6°F -11°C / 12.2°F 06:22 / 16:53 78
Fukuoka
11°C / 51.8°F
3°C / 37.4°F
07:03 / 18:02
64
Hiroshima
10°C / 50°F
3°C / 37.4°F
06:56 / 17:53
62
Kagoshima
15°C / 59°F
6°C / 42.8°F
07:00 / 18:04
65
Kanazawa
8°C / 46.4°F 1°C / 33.8°F 06:42 / 17:33 72
Kochi
12°C / 53.6°F
4°C / 39.2°F
06:50 / 17:49
56
Kyoto
10°C / 50°F
2°C / 35.6°F
06:44 / 17:38
64
Nagoya
10°C / 50°F 2°C / 35.6°F 06:39 / 17:34 62
Naha
20°C / 68°F
16°C / 60.8°F
07:05 / 18:21
68
Nara 10°C / 50°F
2°C / 35.6°F
06:43 / 17:37
64
Niigata
5°C / 41°F 1°C / 33.8°F 06:34 / 17:22 72
Osaka
10°C / 50°F 3°C / 37.4°F 06:44 / 17:40 60
Sapporo
0°C / 32°F -6°C / 21.2°F 06:34 / 17:04 67
Sendai
6°C / 42.8°F -1°C / 30.2°F 06:29 / 17:13 62
Tokyo
10°C / 50°F 5°C / 41°F 06:29 / 17:21 47