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Current weather and clothing

The weather information shown here is the information closest to the station in question. Please note that there may be slight differences.

Yearly temperature changes and recommended clothing

Clothing recommendations for each temperature range

When traveling in Japan with the following average temperatures, the recommended clothing is as follows:

Monthly changes in temperature, precipitation, and snowfall (1991~2020 average, Japan Meteorological Agency survey)

Since there is no archived data from the JMA for Wako City, we present data for nearby Nerima, Tokyo.

For the following explanation as well, we do not have archived JMA data for Wako City, so we will introduce you to the nearby city of Nerima, Tokyo.

Winter

December

In December, the temperature drops even further to an average of 7.1 °C. It’s important to wear warm clothing, such as sweaters, thick jackets or coats, and waterproof shoes or boots. For men, warm shirts, sweaters, jeans or trousers, and a warm coat or jacket are recommended. For women, thick sweaters, warm pants or jeans, and warm jackets or coats with boots are suitable. Scarves, hats, and gloves are also necessary to keep warm.

January

The weather in Nerima, Tokyo during January is cold and dry. The average temperature for this month is 4.8°C. There is a small amount of precipitation with an average of 47.8 mm. Travelers are advised to bring warm and waterproof clothing, including a winter coat, gloves, scarf, and hat. Wearing thermal or woolen undergarments is also recommended, especially for people who are sensitive to the cold. Men should wear long pants and a warm sweater, while women should wear warm tights and a thick sweater.

February

February is another cold and dry month in Nerima, Tokyo, with an average temperature of 5.8°C. Travelers should continue to wear warm and waterproof clothing, including a winter coat, gloves, scarf, and hat. Thermal or woolen undergarments are also recommended, especially for people who are sensitive to the cold. Men should wear long pants and a warm sweater, while women should wear warm tights and a thick sweater.

Spring

March

The weather in March is still chilly in Nerima, Tokyo, but it begins to warm up slightly with an average temperature of 10°C. The amount of precipitation also increases to an average of 109.3 mm. Travelers should bring warmer clothes for the early morning and evening, but lighter clothes for the daytime. A light jacket, long pants, and a sweater would be ideal for both men and women. It is also advisable to bring a raincoat or umbrella, as it can rain frequently during this month.

April

April in Nerima, Tokyo is generally mild and comfortable, with an average temperature of 14.4°C. The amount of precipitation increases to an average of 130.9 mm. Travelers can wear lighter clothes during the day, such as a light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, and long pants. Women can also wear skirts with leggings or tights. However, temperatures can still drop in the early morning and evening, so it is recommended to bring a light sweater or jacket.

May

May is a comfortable and pleasant month in Nerima, Tokyo, with an average temperature of 20°C. There is a moderate amount of rainfall, with an average of 88.3 mm. Travelers can wear light clothing, such as short-sleeved shirts and pants or shorts. Women can also wear dresses or skirts. It is advisable to bring a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings.

Summer

June

June is the beginning of the summer season in Nerima, Tokyo. The average temperature for this month is 22.5°C, and the rainfall increases to an average of 201.4 mm. Travelers should bring light and breathable clothing, such as shorts, t-shirts, and skirts. It is also recommended to wear a hat and sunglasses to protect against the sun. Rain gear or an umbrella is necessary due to the frequent rain.

July

July, along with August, is the hottest month of the year in Tokyo’s Nerima Ward, with an average temperature of 26.3°C. There is a high amount of rainfall, with an average of 165.8 mm. Travelers should wear light and breathable clothing, such as t-shirts, shorts, and skirts. It is important to stay hydrated and use sunscreen to avoid sunburn. Bringing an umbrella or rain gear is also necessary as it can rain frequently.

August

August is one of the hottest months in Nerima, Tokyo, with an average temperature of 27.8°C. The high humidity makes it feel even hotter, so light and breathable clothing is recommended. For men, lightweight, short-sleeved shirts and shorts or light cotton trousers are suitable. For women, summer dresses, skirts, and shorts with cotton t-shirts or blouses are comfortable. It’s recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.

Autumn

September

In September, the average temperature drops to 23.6 °C. It is still warm, but not as hot as August. Light clothing is still recommended, but it’s also a good idea to have a light jacket or cardigan for cooler mornings and evenings. For men, cotton shirts with long sleeves, trousers or jeans, and lightweight jackets are suitable. For women, light tops, skirts, pants, and dresses with a cardigan or light jacket for layering are comfortable. It is still recommended to bring sunscreen and a hat for sun protection.

October

In October, the temperature drops further to an average of 18.1 °C, and the weather becomes cooler. A light jacket or coat is necessary, especially for the mornings and evenings. For men, long-sleeved shirts, trousers, jeans, and a light jacket are recommended. For women, long pants or jeans, long-sleeved shirts, and light jackets or coats are suitable. It’s also recommended to bring an umbrella as it may rain occasionally.

November

November is the beginning of the winter season in Nerima, with an average temperature of 12.4 °C. It can get quite cold, so warm clothing is necessary. For men, long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, jeans or trousers, and a warm jacket or coat are recommended. For women, sweaters, long pants or jeans, warm jackets or coats, and boots are suitable. It is also recommended to bring a scarf, hat, and gloves to keep warm.