[ What to Wear? ] Check Tokyo’s Yearly Temperature for family travel with kids

Tokyo experiences four distinct seasons, each offering unique weather conditions.
Here’s a month-by-month breakdown of average, minimum, and maximum temperatures, along with clothing recommendations to help you pack for your family trip.

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The Weather Channel ( English forecast, to see monthly average)
Wether news (Japanese forecast, more accurate Local weather forecast for today~1week)

(Data source: Japan Meteorological Agency)

12 Month Overview (Japan, Tokyo)

January

Average: 5°C (41°F)
Low: 1°C (34°F), High: 9°C (48°F)
What to Wear: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, and layers.

Very Cold.
Snow might fall in Tokyo one or two times.
Recommend to find indoor playground.

February

Average: 6°C (43°F)
Low: 2°C (36°F), High: 10°C (50°F)
What to Wear: Similar to January—layered clothing to stay warm.

The Coldest month of the year.
Snow might fall in Tokyo one or two times.
Japanese people enjoy Ski resort or Hot springs.

March

Average: 10°C (50°F)
Low: 5°C (41°F), High: 14°C (57°F)
What to Wear: Light sweater or jacket for chilly mornings and evenings.

By late March, you can start to feel the arrival of spring.
Cherry blossoms also bloom from late March to early April.

April

Average: 15°C (59°F)
Low: 10°C (50°F), High: 20°C (68°F)
What to Wear: Comfortable layers like a cardigan or light jacket.

During the day, the sunshine feels warm and pleasant.
A light coat is still required for mornings and evenings, but no jacket is needed under the midday sun.

May

Average: 20°C (68°F)
Low: 15°C (59°F), High: 25°C (77°F)
What to Wear: Light clothing during the day and a light jacket for evenings.

It’s one of the most comfortable months of the year, with pleasant temperatures that make it easy to enjoy.
The city is filled with fresh greenery, and children can fully enjoy playing outside in parks.

June

Average: 23°C (73°F)
Low: 20°C (68°F), High: 27°C (81°F)
What to Wear: Breathable summer clothing and carry a compact umbrella for the rainy season.

Rainy days become more common with the arrival of the rainy season, tsuyu, which lasts for about a month, ending in mid-July.

July

Average: 27°C (81°F)
Low: 23°C (73°F), High: 31°C (88°F)
What to Wear: T-shirts, shorts, and hats. Stay hydrated in the hot, humid weather.

It’s already hot.
When the rainy season ends in mid-July, the weather becomes even hotter very quickly.

August

Average: 29°C (84°F)
Low: 25°C (77°F), High: 33°C (91°F)
What to Wear: Similar to July—light, breathable clothing.

In recent years, the heat in Tokyo during August has been truly extreme.
It’s so hot that playing outside isn’t possible…
Be careful of dehydration and make sure to stay hydrated.

September

Average: 25°C (77°F)
Low: 21°C (70°F), High: 29°C (84°F)
What to Wear: Transition to long-sleeved shirts and light sweaters as evenings cool down.

The hot days continue, still same like August.
By late September, however, the mornings and evenings start to become more comfortable.

October

Average: 19°C (66°F)
Low: 14°C (57°F), High: 23°C (73°F)
What to Wear: Layers like a light sweater and a jacket for cooler days.

The heat finally settles down, making it a much more comfortable month.
Children can enjoy playing outside again.
After late October, the evenings start to feel cooler.

November

Average: 13°C (55°F)
Low: 8°C (46°F), High: 18°C (64°F)
What to Wear: Warmer layers and a light coat for evenings.

It gets dark earlier, starting around 4:30 PM.
The mornings and evenings begin to feel chilly, so a jacket is necessary.

December

Average: 8°C (46°F)
Low: 3°C (37°F), High: 12°C (54°F)
What to Wear: Warm layers, coat, scarf, and gloves.

The temperature drops quickly.
Days become shorter, and the wind turns cold.
It gets very cold at night, so you’ll need a thick coat.

Quick Tips by Seasons

For Rain

Umbrella : Most of hotel has umbrella for sudden rain

Summer

Typhoon season generally lasts from July to October in Japan, with the highest frequency occurring in August and September.
Kids Bathing suits are hard to get in central Tokyo. Better bring from home.

Winter

Indoor Heating: In winter, indoor spaces are often well-heated – Kids tend to feel hot inside. Wearing T-shirs + jacket layers makes it easier to adjust.

Does It Snow in Tokyo?

Yes, snow does fall in Tokyo, but it’s rare and typically light.
When It Snows, Only once or twice between January and February.
Most of the time, it’s just a light snowfall that doesn’t accumulate, though occasionally a few centimeters might stick.
When that happens, transportation systems tend to descend into chaos.