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Tokorozawa Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Tokorozawa year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 10.1–18.9°C, mild climate but with relatively heavy rainfall, especially in April. Common activities: Hiking, flower viewing. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt; bring rain gear.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 23.0–28.4°C, hot and humid, rainfall concentrated in June and August. Common activities: Avoiding the heat, swimming, outdoor activities (pay attention to sun protection and heatstroke prevention). Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, shorts, sun hat.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 18.0–25.5°C, comfortable and pleasant climate, rainfall gradually decreasing. Common activities: Maple viewing, outings. Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jackets; the temperature difference between morning and evening is relatively large, so pay attention to keeping warm.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 4.6–6.8°C, cold and dry, less rainfall. Common activities: Hot spring bathing, indoor activities. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf, hat, gloves.

Tokorozawa climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 16.5°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1590 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Tokorozawa monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
4.6°C
32.5
February
5.6°C
59.1
March
10.1°C
135.7
April
15.7°C
155.4
May
18.9°C
186.9
June
23°C
244.5
July
28.1°C
146.7
August
28.4°C
214.9
September
25.5°C
185.6
October
18°C
118.4
November
13°C
82.5
December
6.8°C
28.6

Tokorozawa weather for the next seven days

3/16
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
12.9°C/6.8°C
3/17
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
14.6°C/7.6°C
3/18
Wednesday
Overcast
14.6°C/9.5°C
3/19
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
14.1°C/9.6°C
3/20
Friday
Cloudy
15.6°C/10.5°C
3/21
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
17.2°C/11.7°C
3/22
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
17.7°C/12.6°C

Tokorozawa Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is Tokorozawa known for?

Tokorozawa is best known as the birthplace of Japanese aviation. It is a bustling commuter town close to Tokyo full of shopping, restaurants, and excellent museums and parks. The Sayama Hills in Tokorozawa are said to be one of the locations that inspired the scenery in My Neighbor Totoro.

Does it snow in Tokorozawa?

The average sliding 31-day snowfall during the winter in Tokorozawa is gradually increasing, starting the season at 0.1 inches, when it rarely exceeds 0.1 inches, and ending the season at 0.9 inches, when it rarely exceeds 3.8 inches. The highest average 31-day accumulation is 1.4 inches on February 1.

Is Tokorozawa a good place to live?

Tokorozawa is a vibrant residential hub offering easy access to areas like Ikebukuro and Kawagoe. It provides a good quality of life with convenient amenities.

Is Sakura Town in Tokorozawa worth visiting?

Tokorozawa Sakura Town offers a perfect blend of modern and traditional Japan, featuring a stunning shrine with anime influences, an impressive museum filled with manga and literature, and unique architectural landmarks like the Kadokawa museum.

What are some key attractions in Tokorozawa?

Tokorozawa boasts the Tokorozawa Aviation Museum, celebrating its aviation heritage, and the popular Tokorozawa Sakura Town, a hub for pop culture and art. The natural beauty of Sayama Hills also offers scenic escape.