Tokyo Weather in July

Season: Summer
In Short: Hot, plum rainy season, scorching sunshine

The weather in July in Tokyo is pretty hot. In early July, the plum rainy season lingers. The rain mixes with the high temperature, which fills the air with moisture. By mid and late month, the plum rainy season ends thoroughly and the temperature increases, making the weather scorching hot. Short-sleeve clothes and dresses are advisable to cope with the hot and humid climate. What’s more, in mid and late July, the sunshine is strong. Please remember to take your sun cream.
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Senso-ji Temple in July

Averages of July in Tokyo

High Temperature: 28°C / 82.4°F
Low Temperature: 24°C / 75.2°F
Precipitation: 169mm
Rainy Days: 10 days
Humidity: 76%
Sunrise: 04:30-04:49
Sunset: 18:47-19:02
Daylight hours: about 14.3h
Sunshine hours: around 9.6h

Is It Too Hot to Travel to Tokyo in July? How Hot Is It?

Hot July in Tokyo

It is pretty hot especially on sunny days in July, but it isn’t the hottest time in Tokyo on the whole. The high temp can go up to 37°C (98.6°F) or nearly 38°C (100.4°F). Visitors can prepare a sun-proof clothing to prevent getting sunburn from the sunshine.

Does It Rain A Lot in Tokyo in July?

The early and middle of July is still in the plum rainy season, contributing to the abundant rain and highest humidity in the year. The averagely 10 rainy days often gather in the first half of the month, with a rainfall probability approaching 50%. To late July, the potential of rains decreases significantly.

Recommended Clothes to Wear in July

To visit Tokyo in July, short sleeve clothes are the best choices. But considering the air conditioners indoors, visitors who are sensitive to temperature changes may need a thin coat.

Girls

Tops: Girls can put on beautiful dresses to take nice pictures in summer. Or you can choose to wear T-shirt or blouse in cotton materials to absorb the sweat better.
Bottoms & shoes: For bottoms, girls can choose to wear skirts or light pants. To pair the beautiful skirts, comfortable sandals are also recommended here.

Boys

Tops: Boys can wear lighter than before in July. T-shirt and short shirt can adapt to the weather in most of the time. What’s more, it is more advisable for boys to wear clothes in light colors to reduce heat absorption.
Bottoms & shoes: Light pants and shorts are good choices. Boys can wear a pair of sandals or casual shoes for a comfortable walking.

Accessories: July is still in the plum rainy time, please don’t forget to bring the umbrella.

Top Events Not to Miss in Tokyo in July

Travel Recommendation:

As in the middle of summer, July is the month with many summer activities in Tokyo & the whole Japan. In addition to major attractions like Meiji Jingu Shrine and Senso-ji Temple, the special events below in July are recommended.

1. Climbing Mt. Fuji

Every year in July, the trails leading to the crater of Mount Fuji are opened to public for two months. It is alluring to mountaineering enthusiasts from the world. Trekkers can make a reservation or registration in advance and climb onto the summit along the corresponding trail. The most popular and classic route, Yoshida Trail, starts from Mt. Fuji 5th Station, where can be reached by bus from Lake Kawaguchi. After reaching the summit, it would be delightful to see the rare beauty, and those who are able to continue can hike along the circuit around the crater.

Tips: Yoshida Trail is the route that easiest to access from Tokyo downtown. There are direct buses to Mt. Fuji 5th Station from Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal, but quite few.
Don’t stagger on if encountering a bad weather on the mountain, like raining, sleeting or hailing.

Mt. Fuji in July

2. Sumida River Fireworks Show

When talking about the summer in Japan, the fireworks must be the most expectant thing. The Sumida River Fireworks Show is the biggest fireworks show in Tokyo and it’s also the most popular one. It has a history of 290 years and it is the closest fireworks show to the center of Tokyo. It is held on last Saturday in every July and the fireworks are innovated every year. Visitors can put on the yukata, a kimono made of thin material, to enjoy this marvelous show.

Tip: The best place to watch the fireworks show is on the riverside of Sumida River and it’s usually super crowded. Please watch out the stampede and take care of your belongings.

3. Tanabata Festival 2025

Besides the fireworks shows, July has another romantic activity which named Tanabata Festival. It will be celebrated on 7th July in 2025. During this period, there are many Tanabata decorations and lanterns on the streets and the whole Tokyo is full of romantic atmosphere. It’s a day to pray for blessings, so you can join the "Tanabata Prayer Festival" which is held in Tokyo Daijingu Shrine to write down your wish on the corresponding slip of paper and tie it on the bamboo trees there.

What to Do If It’s Too Hot in Tokyo in July? Tips to Escape the Heat

Enjoy Water Fun by Sea

1. Travelers can arrange their major visits in the morning, evening or at night. For example, you can get to the attraction as early as it opens, and see a firework display at night. Some indoor attractions can be scheduled in the afternoon.
2. You could enjoy a cooling fun at a water park in Tokyo, such as popular Yomiuri Land and Tokyo Summerland.
3. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, or more water sports on the sea. Kamakura and Izu Peninsula provide the best beaches near Tokyo, while some offshore islands like Oshima and Niijima are also good destinations in hot climate.
4. Go to a summer resort. Okutama is welcomed as you can escape from the heat in the valley and by Lake Okutama, in the western suburbs of Tokyo. Karuizawa is also known nearby Tokyo downtown.
5. Try some local cold drinks and food. Ice cream and water ice are great to try in summer, and cold chawanmushi and nagashi somen noodles are also popular summer food.