Tokyo & Kyoto
The most orderly chaos on earth, a bullet train between them, and temples where the gardens are the point.
The best time to visit Tokyo & Kyoto is Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F). Local time there is 16:12 (UTC+9).
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The year at a glance
March · high 15°C · rain 129mm · 11.9h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Narita, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C48°F | 55mm2.2in | 10.0h10.0h | |
| February | 11°C52°F | 68mm2.7in | 10.8h10.8h | |
| March | 15°C59°F | 129mm5.1in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 18°C65°F | 167mm6.6in | 13.1h13.1h | in the recommended window |
| May | 23°C73°F | 153mm6.0in | 14.0h14.0h | |
| June | 26°C78°F | 205mm8.1in | 14.6h14.6h | |
| July | 29°C84°F | 254mm10.0in | 14.4h14.4h | |
| August | 31°C89°F | 123mm4.8in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| September | 28°C82°F | 189mm7.4in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| October | 22°C71°F | 243mm9.6in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| November | 18°C64°F | 98mm3.9in | 10.2h10.2h | in the recommended window |
| December | 12°C54°F | 80mm3.1in | 9.7h9.7h |
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When is the best time to visit Tokyo & Kyoto?
The best time to visit Tokyo & Kyoto is Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov, when typical daytime highs reach about 22°C (72°F).
How warm does Tokyo & Kyoto get?
Typical daytime highs in Tokyo & Kyoto are Mar–May 19°C (66°F), Jun–Aug 29°C (84°F), Sep–Nov 22°C (72°F), Dec–Feb 11°C (51°F).
Is Tokyo & Kyoto expensive?
On the ground, Tokyo & Kyoto is middling.
What sort of trip is Tokyo & Kyoto good for?
Tokyo & Kyoto is good for history and culture, food and drink, bucket-list trips, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Tokyo & Kyoto?
The wettest month in Tokyo & Kyoto is July at 254mm (10.0in), the driest January at 55mm (2.2in), with a monthly average of 147mm (5.8in).
What plug do I need for Tokyo & Kyoto?
Tokyo & Kyoto uses type A, B sockets at 100 V.
