Tokyo in July: a seasonal travel plan
Tokyo, Japan. In july, the average daytime high is 30.0 °C and the night-time low is 23.1 °C. Start long walks in the morning and keep the hottest hours for shade, museums or a relaxed lunch.
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 30.0 °C
- Nighttime low
- 23.1 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 192.5 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 17.9
- Daylight
- 14.3 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 28.7 | 22.3 | 6.3 |
| Days 11–20 | 29.9 | 23.2 | 5.9 |
| From day 21 | 31.2 | 23.9 | 5.7 |
What this month is like
Tokyo, Japan. In july, the average daytime high is 30.0 °C and the night-time low is 23.1 °C. Start long walks in the morning and keep the hottest hours for shade, museums or a relaxed lunch.
There are 17.9 wet days on average, with about 192.5 mm of precipitation. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
How to plan the day
Start long walks in the morning and keep the hottest hours for shade, museums or a relaxed lunch.
Average daylight is 14.3 hours, so put longer routes in the brighter part of the day.
What to pack
Pack light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and water. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What to pack
Pack light loose clothing, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 26.1 °C, July — 30.0 °C, next month — 31.4 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 16.2, 17.9 and 17.6.
Things to do
Tokyo grew around the imperial palace and the bay, with western business districts beside old temple streets in the east. Size is manageable because the Yamanote loop gives the city a readable shape, so a hotel near a major station saves hours in transit.
Asakusa and Sumida
Start at the Kaminarimon gate and Senso-ji, then follow Nakamise street down to the Sumida River. A walk along the embankment towards the Skytree takes an hour and shows the city from water level and from above.
Meiji Shrine and Harajuku
Enter the Meiji Shrine forest from Harajuku station in the morning, when the shaded avenues hold back the heat. After the shrine, drop onto Takeshita-dori, then walk west to the Shibuya crossing by evening.
Tsukiji market and Ginza
Reach the Tsukiji outer market at opening time, when fish stalls and small counters are working. From there walk to Ginza, and after lunch turn towards the Hamarikyu garden on the water.
Where to stay
Shinjuku
Shinjuku works well for a first visit: the main lines run through the station, with hotels, shops and bars close by. Kabukicho stays loud until morning, so choose the park side near Gyoen for sleep.
Asakusa
Asakusa suits travellers who prefer low houses, temples and craft shops to towers. Evenings are quiet, the western districts are half an hour away, and the large museums of Ueno are next door.
Shibuya
Shibuya keeps the pace of a big city, with shops, restaurants and clubs minutes from the station. Streets around the crossing never quite settle, and calmer residential lanes begin only past the hill.
Getting to and around Tokyo
Haneda airport sits close to the centre, with the monorail reaching Hamamatsucho in about twenty minutes. Narita handles most international flights far to the east and is linked by the Narita Express and the Keisei Skyliner. In the city, trains and metro do the work: the Yamanote loop joins the business districts, and a Suica or Pasmo card keeps fares simple.
Three days in Tokyo
Ueno, Asakusa and Sumida
Begin with the Ueno museums, stop at the Ameyoko market street below the station, then cross to Senso-ji and Nakamise street. In the evening climb the Skytree observation deck or walk the Sumida embankment.
Meiji Shrine, Harajuku and Shibuya
Spend the morning in the Meiji Shrine park, then walk Takeshita-dori and Omotesando in the afternoon. Reach the Shibuya crossing at sunset and go up to a rooftop terrace above the station.
Tsukiji, Ginza and Hamarikyu
Breakfast at the Tsukiji outer market, then walk through Ginza to the Hamarikyu garden. Afterwards leave time for Tokyo Station, its brick facade and the Marunouchi side with the old post office tower.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.6 | 1.2 | 66.3 | 5.4 | 10.0 |
| February | 10.6 | 1.8 | 61.4 | 6.7 | 10.9 |
| March | 14.3 | 5.3 | 145.7 | 11.8 | 12.0 |
| April | 18.8 | 9.8 | 144.6 | 11.9 | 13.1 |
| May | 23.3 | 14.7 | 157.0 | 12.5 | 14.0 |
| June | 26.1 | 18.6 | 221.0 | 16.2 | 14.5 |
| July | 30.0 | 23.1 | 192.5 | 17.9 | 14.3 |
| August | 31.4 | 24.5 | 170.4 | 17.6 | 13.5 |
| September | 27.9 | 21.4 | 250.9 | 18.0 | 12.4 |
| October | 22.2 | 15.0 | 219.7 | 14.1 | 11.3 |
| November | 17.4 | 9.5 | 116.6 | 11.1 | 10.3 |
| December | 12.3 | 3.8 | 60.3 | 6.5 | 9.8 |
Frequently asked questions
Tokyo: what is the temperature in July?
The average daytime high is 30.0 °C and the night-time low is 23.1 °C. Daytime is hot. Plan the main walk for the morning and spend the warmest hours in shade or indoors.
How many days with precipitation are there in July?
On average, there are 17.9 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 192.5 mm. Precipitation is frequent. Keep several indoor activities in your plans and fit longer walks between them.
What should I pack for walks in July?
Pack light loose clothing, a hat, sunglasses and a water bottle. Add a waterproof outer layer and shoes that dry quickly.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 28.7 °C; 11–20 — 29.9 °C; 21 to month-end — 31.2 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in July?
The average is 14.3 hours. Long daylight hours make it easy to split a walk between morning and evening, with a longer break in between.
Is Tokyo worth visiting in July?
The climate suits a trip if daytime temperatures around 30.0 °C and nights around 23.1 °C work for you. Start long walks in the morning and keep the hottest hours for shade, museums or a relaxed lunch.
What can I do in Tokyo on a wet day in July?
Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag. Keep a museum, market, café or another indoor route near your accommodation.
What should I pack for Tokyo in July?
Pack light breathable clothes, a hat, sunglasses and water. Average daylight is 14.3 hours.