Japan Weather Forecast
Japan weather: 64°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Japan?
Yes - rain is likely in Japan today.
A 90% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 4% of a normal October week (0,1 in against 1,2 in).
16-day forecast for Japan
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 70° / 60° | 90% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 65° / 51° | 35% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 58° / 49° | 24% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 63° / 50° | 20% · 0,0 in | 4 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☀️ Clear sky | 72° / 51° | 16% | 8 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 51° | 6% | 6 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 54° | 39% | 8 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 54° | 31% | 6 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 54° | 22% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 43° | 21% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 58° / 42° | 24% | 7 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 49° | 20% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 1 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 67° / 48° | 18% | 5 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☀️ Clear sky | 65° / 49° | 20% | 4 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 69° / 49° | 16% | 10 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 51° | 23% | 18 mph | 4 |
What this means for Japan
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 2.7°F below the 73°F typical for this month.
A 90% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 74°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 55°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, June and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Japan?
Japan is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 35.6762, 139.6503. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Japan right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 83% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Japan?
July, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Japan, which has a continental climate. March, June and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Japan in?
Japan observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 11:04 AM.
How many people live in Japan?
Japan has a population of approximately 124 million.
What is the nearest airport to Japan?
The closest airports are Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 11 mi away, Narita International Airport (NRT), 42 mi away and Kansai International Airport (KIX), 264 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Japan?
Popular options include Fushimi Inari Taisha, Mount Fuji, Senso-ji Temple, Shibuya Crossing, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration and Himeji-jo.
What places are in Japan?
Japan covers 10 places in this atlas, including Osaka, Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Narita International Airport, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration and Himeji-jo.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 11:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
