Shizuoka in February

Season: Winter
What’s the weather of Shizuoka like in February: still chilly but bearable; low rainfall

Still Chilly but Bearable

Average Temperature: 3-13℃ (37-55℉)

Though still in cold winter, Shizuoka in February enjoys higher temperatures compared to other regions of Honshu. Daytime temperatures often range from 10℃ (50℉) to 16℃ (61℉), and even you feel warm when the sunlight shines upon you at noon. However, after sunset, the temperature usually decreases by more than 10℃ (50℉) - at around 0-6 degrees Celsius (32-43 degrees Fahrenheit). Thus, don’t forget to dress warmly, if you plan to go outside at night. Hamamatsu City is often affected by the northwest monsoon and coastal regions are windy, resulting in a lower perceived temperature.

Even in winter, you can capture the hints of spring: early February falls within the best time to enjoy Atami cherry blossoms. Around mid-February, Kawazu cherry flowers burst into bloom.

Mainly Rain but Rare Snow

Average precipitation: 98 mm (3.9 in)
Average wet days: around 11 days

The total precipitation of Shizuoka is low in February, characterized by light rain. It rains for a short time but sometimes intermittently within a single day. Based on the past three years, it is expected to rain from morning till night for 2 or 3 days. The prefecture seldom sees snowfall, and even when it does, it tends to occur only in certain areas. In 2025, it snowed for a while only in Hamamatsu City, and the snowflakes were relatively small and fell slowly. 

The humidity in February averages 62%, so you feel neither very dry nor humid.

Daylength & Sunlight Hours

Sunrise Time: 06:19 - 06:48
Sunset Time: 17:17 - 17:44
Daylength: 10 hours 29 minutes - 11 hours 25 minutes
Sunlight Hours: around 6.6 hours on average per day

Though daylight hours are getting longer as the month progresses, your travel schedule is still tight, since tourist attractions in Shizuoka are scattered and it takes much time to get there. Thus, you had better head out earlier and check the time table of trains or buses in advance. 

Thanks to low rainfall, there are lots of sunny days in February, with the longest sunlight hours over the year, allowing you to set aside some time to enjoy the blue sky with white clouds.

February Daily Outfits for Shizuoka Trip

 Clothes: Considering the features of Shizuoka’s climate in February, onion-like dressing is highly recommended: start with a thin sweater or a cardigan plus a long-sleeved shirt underneath, and then wear a 3-in-1 jacket with a detachable fleece liner on top. You can take off the fleece or outer layer to cope with temperature variations. All medium-thickness pants are good choices.

 Shoes: Despite convenient transportation, some scenic spots still require a long walk. Thus, choose comfy shoes such as sneakers or walking shoes, coupled with high-ankle socks.

 Others: 
1. Bring along a beanie and scarf, both of which are very useful particularly when you stay at the seaside.
2. In the case of rain, remember to take a compact umbrella and light raincoat.
3. Carry a thermal cup and regularly drink warm water to ward off the cold.

What to Do for Shizuoka Trip in February

Admire a Floral Feast

Thanks to a wide variety of cherry blossoms, different places in Shizuoka teem with lively cherry flower trees. At the beginning of the month, you can still see Atami cherry flowers at Itokawa Promenade and Atami Plum Garden; meanwhile, Kawazu cherry blossoms on both sides of Kawazu River begin to flower and step into the viewing time around mid-February.  Apart from that, cole flowers are flourishing here at the same time. Also, Atami Plum Garden attracts many visitors in February to see its vivid plum blossoms. It’s advised to appreciate their beauty while soaking in a free foot bath here.

Tips: 
1.    The flowering period of these blossoms varies each year with the weather, so if you wish to see them in full bloom during your visit in February 2026, keep an eye on their latest bloom status.
2.    Visiting on working days and in early mornings can avoid the main crowds, making for a quieter travel environment.

See the snowcapped Mount Fuji

With common sunny periods, February has high visibility, allowing shutter bugs to get clear, stunning photos of Mount Fuji. During this period, the summit is completely covered in white snow, shining brightly under soft sunshine. Miho no Matsubara enjoys a superb perspective to see such scenery. Taking a ferry not only offers a close-up view of the mountain, but also enables you to feed the overwintering seagulls.

Travel Advice for Shizuoka in February

Due to the cherry blossom season, Shizuoka receives more domestic and foreign visitors but is still less crowded than popular cities such as Tokyo and Osaka. However, hotels particularly around hot travel destinations may be fully booked for a short time, so early reservation can help you avoid such concerns.

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