Late winter · Weather & things to do
Kyoto in February
Kyoto sees its driest month, with just 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain, highs of 47°F (8°C) and lows of 33°F (1°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 48/100, 10th of 12.
- Avg high
- 47°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (92 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 48/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 47°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Lows average 33°F (1°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.6 in (92 mm).
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 80%.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 42/100 in January to 48/100.
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Kyoto in February
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Omen Ginkakuji
Long-running udon restaurant serving thick noodles with seasonal vegetables to add yourself.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 47°F.
Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
Sake brewer's museum in Fushimi's old brewing district, with a tasting at the end.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Pontocho Alley
Narrow lantern-lit lane of restaurants and bars along the Kamo River.
Nishiki Market
Covered five-block food market for pickles, tamagoyaki, tofu and knives.
Why now A cozy break on a 47°F day.
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove
Path through towering bamboo stalks in western Kyoto's Sagano district.
Nearby in February
- Osaka in February~27 mi · highs 49°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Tokyo in February~224 mi · highs 49°F, 2.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~251 m to Kyoto's ~51 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Kyoto in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Kyoto?
It's middling, scoring 48/100. The best months are April & May and October & November, at up to 78. Expect highs of 47°F (8°C) and 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Kyoto in February?
Average highs are 47°F (8°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in February?
Some: about 3.6 in (92 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 65.2 in (1657 mm).
What should I pack for Kyoto in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Kyoto in February?
Share this February plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.