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Tokyo in June
Tokyo warms up: highs climb to 79°F (26°C), from 74°F in May, with lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 56/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 7.1 in (181 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 81%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 24 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 79°F (26°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 64°F (18°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 7.1 in (181 mm) across the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 81%.
Plan around June
June sits mid-table; the best months are April and November.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 24 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 83% on average, up from 79% in May.
- Comfort slips from 68/100 in May to 56/100.
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 79°F
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tokyo in June
With 7.1 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Shinjuku Golden Gai
Six narrow lanes packed with 200+ tiny bars, each seating a handful.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.1 in of rain.
Tsukiji Outer Market
Lanes of stalls selling tamagoyaki, grilled seafood and sushi near the old fish market site.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
Tonki
Meguro tonkatsu counter since 1939, cooks working in a calm open kitchen.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter June days.
Meiji Jingu
Forested Shinto shrine to Emperor Meiji, steps from Harajuku station.
Senso-ji
Tokyo's oldest temple, reached through the Kaminarimon gate and Nakamise shopping street.
Nearby in June
- Kyoto in June~224 mi · highs 79°F, 7.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Osaka in June~244 mi · highs 81°F, 8.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~233 m to Tokyo's ~40 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.
Tokyo in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Tokyo?
It's middling, scoring 56/100. The best months are April and November, at up to 80. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tokyo in June?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in June?
Yes: about 7.1 in (181 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.5 in (1638 mm).
What should I pack for Tokyo in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 79°F), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Tokyo in June?
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