The best times to visit Tokai for ideal weather are

April 9th to June 24th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Tokai Travel Info

Weather in Tokai

Temperature

Average temperatures in Tokai vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Tokai, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid August where highs are regularly around 93.4°F (34.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.6°F (25.3°C) at night.

Tokai Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Tokai Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Tokai Perceived Temperature (F)

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Tokai Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Tokai Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 48.6 40.3 32.6
Feb 51.1 42.5 34.2
Mar 58.2 48.6 39.2
Apr 67.8 57.9 48.2
May 76.9 67.1 57.8
Jun 82.2 73.8 66.9
Jul 88.9 80.9 74.3
Aug 91.7 82.9 76.4
Sep 84.9 76.4 69.4
Oct 74.7 66.1 58.3
Nov 63 54.6 46.7
Dec 52.9 44.8 37.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 9.2 4.6 0.3
Feb 10.6 5.8 1.2
Mar 14.6 9.2 4
Apr 19.9 14.4 9
May 24.9 19.5 14.3
Jun 27.9 23.2 19.4
Jul 31.6 27.2 23.5
Aug 33.2 28.3 24.7
Sep 29.4 24.7 20.8
Oct 23.7 18.9 14.6
Nov 17.2 12.6 8.2
Dec 11.6 7.1 2.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Tokai are January, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Tokai? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Tokai is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Tokai.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Tokai (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 13% 0 2.1
Feb 21% 1 3.4
Mar 25% 0 4.9
Apr 28% 0 5.4
May 26% 0 6.3
Jun 32% 0 7.7
Jul 34% 0 8.2
Aug 22% 0 6.4
Sep 28% 0 8.1
Oct 22% 0 6.4
Nov 19% 0 3.6
Dec 16% 1.8 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 5.3
Feb 21 2.5 8.6
Mar 25 0 12.4
Apr 28 0 13.7
May 26 0 16
Jun 32 0 19.6
Jul 34 0 20.8
Aug 22 0 16.3
Sep 28 0 20.6
Oct 22 0 16.3
Nov 19 0 9.1
Dec 16 4.6 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Tokai has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (45% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (64.6%).

Wind in Tokai is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 6.9 knots (7.9 MPH or 12.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Tokai.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Mar 6.9 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Apr 6.5 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
May 6.4 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Jun 5.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Aug 5.3 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.4 Light breeze 10.1 Significant breeze
Oct 5.3 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 5 Light breeze 9.7 Significant breeze
Dec 5.7 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 50.1%
Feb 47.4%
Mar 45%
Apr 47.3%
May 49.4%
Jun 61.2%
Jul 64.6%
Aug 61.7%
Sep 59.6%
Oct 56.3%
Nov 55.8%
Dec 54%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Tokai?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Japan; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Tokai, Japan is May, followed by October and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Tokai in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 82.7 in July means 82.7% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Tokai Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 79.2°F (26.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Tokai, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.9°F (31.1°C) and 58.8°F (14.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Tokai to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 55.5°F (13.1°C) and 48.2°F (9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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