Japan Osaka Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Osaka is Good
February is Good for Osaka.
February is the tail end of winter, with hints of spring beginning to show. Late-month days reach 13-15°C as a signal of change. Low rainfall and clear skies make this one of the best months for Mt. Koya and Himeji Castle day trips.
February's highlight is plum blossoms (ume). Osaka Castle Park's plum grove and Osaka Tenmangu Shrine host plum festivals — far less crowded than cherry blossom season, with a quieter atmosphere. Setsubun on February 3 brings the famous bean-throwing (mamemaki) ceremonies to major temples, often with celebrity sumo wrestlers and TV personalities.
Travel score
Osaka February Weather Stats
Avg High
10.4°C
Avg Low
2.9°C
Rainy Days
6
60mm total
Sunshine
6.1h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
Dry
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 17
Sea Temp
13°C
Avg water temp
Snow Days
1
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 1 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
8°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 17 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Low-season pricing continues
- Plum blossoms and Setsubun offer winter-only cultural experiences
- Highest Mt. Koya visibility of the year
Cons
- Still cold — extended outdoor sightseeing tiring
- Daylight remains short, dark by 5:30 PM
February Events & Festivals
- Setsubun (Feb 3) — bean-throwing at Sumiyoshi Taisha and Shitenno-ji
- Plum blossom viewing at Osaka Castle Park (mid-Feb to early March)
- Osaka Marathon (last Sunday of February)
Osaka in February — Full Picture
February is the tail end of winter, with hints of spring beginning to show. Late-month days reach 13-15°C as a signal of change. Low rainfall and clear skies make this one of the best months for Mt. Koya and Himeji Castle day trips.
February's highlight is plum blossoms (ume). Osaka Castle Park's plum grove and Osaka Tenmangu Shrine host plum festivals — far less crowded than cherry blossom season, with a quieter atmosphere. Setsubun on February 3 brings the famous bean-throwing (mamemaki) ceremonies to major temples, often with celebrity sumo wrestlers and TV personalities.
Low-season pricing continues — February is the easiest month to book hotels. The exception: Osaka Marathon weekend (last Sunday of February) closes downtown streets and spikes hotel rates near the start/finish at Osaka Castle. Strawberry season is peaking; Osaka hotels run strawberry afternoon teas ($35-50 / ¥5,000-7,500) at Conrad Osaka and Hilton Osaka.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Similar to January — heavy coat and scarf needed. By late February, daytime can hit 13°C, so layer with knit sweaters under a coat that's easy to remove.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.4°C
10.7°C
9/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
30.9°C
23.1°C
10/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
23.6°C
15.9°C
7.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current10.7°C
3.6°C
5.3/mo
Osaka Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.5° | 2.8° | 5d·47mm | 5.5h | 60% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10.4° | 2.9° | 6d·60mm | 6.1h | 60% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 13.7° | 5.7° | 9d·104mm | 6.4h | 62% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19.9° | 10.7° | 9d·103mm | 6.5h | 64% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 24.5° | 15.6° | 9d·134mm | 6.7h | 67% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 27.8° | 19.9° | 12d·187mm | 4.7h | 72% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31.6° | 24° | 11d·174mm | 5.5h | 73% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33.4° | 25.3° | 7d·113mm | 6.3h | 70% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 29.5° | 22° | 9d·153mm | 6.2h | 71% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 23.7° | 16° | 8d·130mm | 5.9h | 67% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 17.6° | 9.7° | 6d·73mm | 5.8h | 64% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 12.3° | 5° | 5d·49mm | 5.7h | 60% | 2 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Osaka?
Osaka in February is Good. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Osaka in February?
Osaka February averages a high of 10.4°C and a low of 2.9°C.
Does it rain much in Osaka in February?
Osaka February averages 60mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Osaka in February?
Similar to January — heavy coat and scarf needed. By late February, daytime can hit 13°C, so layer with knit sweaters under a coat that's easy to remove.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Osaka in February?
Osaka February sunrise is 06:45 and sunset is 17:38, with 10h 53m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Osaka in February?
Osaka February air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Osaka in February?
In February, Osaka is great for Plum blossom viewing, Setsubun festivals, Strawberry afternoon tea.
Is February peak season in Osaka?
Osaka February crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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