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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 50–66°F, 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 73–83°F, 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 64–77°F, 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 40–44°F, 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. 61.7°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1590 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Tokorozawa monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
40.3°F
32.5
February
42.1°F
59.1
March
50.2°F
135.7
April
60.3°F
155.4
May
66°F
186.9
June
73.4°F
244.5
July
82.6°F
146.7
August
83.1°F
214.9
September
77.9°F
185.6
October
64.4°F
118.4
November
55.4°F
82.5
December
44.2°F
28.6

Tokorozawa weather for the next seven days

12/20
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
53°F/46.9°F
12/21
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
59.1°F/51.6°F
12/22
Monday
Partly Cloudy
52.9°F/43.6°F
12/23
Tuesday
Sunny
48.7°F/40.6°F
12/24
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
52.5°F/44.3°F
12/25
Thursday
Partly Cloudy
53.2°F/48.2°F
12/26
Friday
Partly Cloudy
48.8°F/42°F

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.