Monthly climate guide
Matsumoto weather in February
With highs near 2°C (35°F) and lows around -9°C (17°F), February feels freezing in Matsumoto. Rainfall averages about 44 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than January and 5°C cooler than March.
What stands out in February
- February brings late winter to Matsumoto.
- Nights often drop below freezing (average low -9°C), so expect frost and icy mornings.
- Just 70 km apart, but Matsumoto runs about 2°C warmer than Takayama this month.
- Only one month is cooler in Matsumoto than February.
Avg high
2°C
35°F
Avg low
-9°C
17°F
Rainfall
44 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
72%
cloud · often cloudy
Matsumoto weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 31°F | -9°C / 15°F | 39 mm | 87% | 76% |
| February | 2°C / 35°F | -9°C / 17°F | 44 mm | 84% | 72% |
| March | 6°C / 43°F | -4°C / 24°F | 79 mm | 80% | 68% |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 0°C / 32°F | 92 mm | 76% | 64% |
| May | 19°C / 65°F | 7°C / 44°F | 99 mm | 73% | 64% |
| June | 21°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 153 mm | 79% | 78% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 61°F | 198 mm | 82% | 78% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 158 mm | 82% | 69% |
| September | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 199 mm | 83% | 71% |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 43°F | 160 mm | 84% | 66% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 0°C / 32°F | 55 mm | 85% | 67% |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 22°F | 39 mm | 86% | 75% |
What to pack for February
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- Thermal base layers and warm, grippy boots for icy mornings
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is February a good time to visit Matsumoto?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Matsumoto →Other Japan cities in February
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Matsumoto in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Matsumoto?
February is cool in Matsumoto, with highs around 2°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Matsumoto in February?
Average highs are about 2°C (35°F) and average lows about -9°C (17°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Matsumoto in February?
Matsumoto typically gets around 44 mm of rain in February — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Matsumoto (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.