Best time to visit Tokyo in January
January is not among the best months to visit Tokyo (rank 10 of 12, score 58/100). The best months are November, May, October.
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Is January the best time to visit Tokyo?
Out of 12 months ranked by travel comfort, January places #10 with a score of 58/100. The recommended months are November, May, October.
Why this score — the breakdown
| Factor | Score | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature comfort | 42/100 | 9.4°C high is below the ideal 16–25°C comfort band |
| Rain | 70/100 | moderate rainfall (55 mm over ~11 rainy days) |
| Sunshine | 74/100 | fairly sunny (7.4 h/day) |
Overall score blends temperature (45%), rainfall (35%), and sunshine (20%). High 9.4°C / low 0.2°C, 55 mm rain, 7.4 h sun/day (2020–2024 data).
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