Tokyo Disneyland weather by month: what to wear, rainy season, typhoons, heat and cold
Maihama has its rainy season in June, highs around 30°C with heavy humidity from July to mid-September, and the most rain plus typhoons in September. December to February highs drop to 10–13°C, but those are the driest months. Spring and autumn are comfortable, but late March and November are the most crowded times of the year.
Who this is for:Anyone still choosing a month, and anyone whose dates are set and is wondering what to wear, especially visitors from abroad who don't know Japan's climate
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In short: June is rainy, July to mid-September is hot, September has typhoons, December to February is cold but dry
In short: June is rainy, July to mid-September is hot, September has typhoons, December to February is cold but dryMaihama's weather is almost the same as central Tokyo's. The line chart shows the average daily high and low for each month over the last three years (October 2023 to September 2026). July and August have highs of 31–32°C and lows of 25°C, so even the evenings don't cool down. January and February have highs of 10–11°C and lows of 2–3°C. April–May and October–November have highs of 17–23°C and are the easiest months to spend a whole day outdoors.
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data
Open-Meteo historical data for Maihama, October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2026. Daily highs and lows averaged by month. Three years only, so warmer than the 30-year normals.
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Month by month: temperatures, rainy days and what to wear
Month by month: temperatures, rainy days and what to wearTemperatures, the number of rainy days and what to wear, one line per month. A rainy day is a day with 1 mm or more of rain. The clothing notes assume you'll be outdoors from 9 am to 9 pm. The parks have big differences between sun and shade and indoors and outdoors, so in every month a layer you can take off makes the day easier.
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data
| Month | High / low | Rainy days | What to wear |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 2°C | 4 | Midwinter: coat, gloves, scarf. Hand warmers for the evening parade wait |
| February | 11°C / 3°C | 8 | Midwinter, same as January. Sunny middays are warm in the sun |
| March | 14°C / 6°C | 14 | Still coat weather, and it varies a lot day to day. Pollen season |
| April | 19°C / 12°C | 13 | Long sleeves plus a light jacket. Evenings get cold. Pollen until mid-April |
| May | 23°C / 16°C | 11 | Short or long sleeves plus a light jacket. The sun gets strong |
| June | 26°C / 20°C | 14 | Short sleeves. Rainy season, humid. Rain poncho and spare socks |
| July | 31°C / 25°C | 12 | Full summer: hat, sunscreen, water. Afternoon showers happen |
| August | 32°C / 25°C | 12 | Full summer, same as July. Still 25°C at night |
| September | 28°C / 23°C | 16 | Still summer clothes. The rainiest month and typhoon season; rain gear is a must |
| October | 23°C / 16°C | 11 | Short or long sleeves plus a light jacket. Long sleeves at night |
| November | 17°C / 10°C | 7 | Long sleeves and a jacket; you'll want a coat at night. Little rain |
| December | 13°C / 4°C | 5 | Winter clothes and a coat. The driest month of the year |
Rainy season and typhoons: June and September
The Kanto rainy season normally starts around June 7 and ends around July 19. Over the last three years June averaged 251 mm of rain and 14 rainy days. September is typhoon month: 340 mm, the most of any month, and 16 rainy days. The upside is that rain empties the parks. On days with 5–20 mm between 9 am and 6 pm, waits were about 15% shorter, and with 20 mm or more, about 30% shorter.
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data[2]Official info[3]Offpeak Parks data
Summer heat: highs above 30°C from July to mid-September
The average high in July and August is 31–32°C, and the low is 25°C. Japanese summers are humid, so the same temperature feels harder than it sounds. If heat is a problem for you, skipping July 20 to September 10 makes the day easier. For crowds, though, summer break (July 20 – August 31) runs at about 80% of a normal day, and only Obon week (August 10–16) gets busy.
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data[4]Offpeak Parks data
Bringing children in high summer? A hotel you can walk back to at midday keeps the round trip short.
Hotels within 10 minutes of the parksRest in your room at midday, then return to the park for the cooler eveningSee hotels
Winter: cold mornings and nights, but little rain
From December to February, highs are 10–13°C and lows 2–4°C. Snow is rare and there are only 4–8 rainy days a month, the fewest of the year, so the weather itself is rarely a problem. The cold is: most attraction queues are outdoors, and you sit and wait for the evening parade and shows. Midday in the sun is warm, so dress in layers you can adjust.
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data[5]Offpeak Parks data
Spring and autumn: comfortable, but crowded
Spring and autumn: comfortable, but crowdedApril–May and October–November have highs of 17–23°C and are the easiest months to spend a whole day outdoors. Crowds are another matter: late March to early April is the busiest time of the year with spring break and cherry blossoms, and November is the second busiest with the start of the Christmas season and long weekends. For weather and crowds together, the best bets are April weekdays from April 6, May weekdays from May 7, and weekdays in the first half of October.
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data[5]Offpeak Parks data
7Where the numbers come from
Where the numbers come from
Where the numbers come fromTemperatures and rain come from Open-Meteo historical weather data: daily highs, lows and rainfall for Maihama (35.63°N, 139.88°E) over three years from October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2026, averaged by month. A rainy day is a day with 1 mm or more. With only three years, the figures run warmer than the 30-year normals, so read them as "what it's been like recently".
Sources:[1]Offpeak Parks data[2]Official info[3]Offpeak Parks data
So the weather doesn't catch you out, just do this
- When choosing your month
- If heat is a problem, skip July 20 – September 10. If cold is, skip December to February
- If rain bothers you, skip June and September. If it doesn't, remember rainy days are quieter
- For comfort and crowds together: April weekdays from April 6, May weekdays from May 7, and early-October weekdays
- One week before
- Check the forecast and add seasonal items to your packing list (rain gear, hat, hand warmers)
- If rain is forecast, go anyway. Three in four attractions are indoors
- On the day
- In summer, spend 12 to 3 pm indoors and ride the popular outdoor attractions first thing and at night
- In winter, spring and autumn, add a layer before the evening parade wait
- Show cancellations are in the official app. If one is cancelled, use the time for rides
It suggests what you'll need for your month and your plan. Checked items are saved, so you can review the list the night before.
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Frequently asked questions
Q.Does it rain all the time in June?
No. Over the last three years June had 14 rainy days (1 mm or more) a month, so half the days were dry. The rainy season normally runs from about June 7 to July 19. Rainy days have 15–30% shorter waits, so with rain gear it isn't a month to avoid.More in "Rainy season and typhoons: June and September"
Q.Are the parks open during a typhoon?
The parks rarely close completely, but outdoor parades and shows are cancelled in rain or strong wind, and in a strong typhoon park hours have been shortened. Check the official site and app on the day. If trains may stop, staying near Maihama keeps you mobile.More in "Rainy season and typhoons: June and September"
Q.Is September still hot?
Yes. Over the last three years September averaged a high of 28°C and a low of 23°C, so the first half is summer clothing. It's also the rainiest month, with typhoons. In return, September 1–15 is a gap between events and one of the quietest times of the year.More in "Summer heat: highs above 30°C from July to mid-September"
Q.What should I wear in December?
Winter clothes for a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C: a coat, gloves and scarf, and hand warmers if you'll wait for the evening parade. It's the driest month of the year, so think warmth rather than umbrellas.More in "Winter: cold mornings and nights, but little rain"
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Sources for this article (5 sources, checked October 4, 2026)
Checked on October 4, 2026. Prices and rules can change, so check the official site just before you go.
- [1]Offpeak Parks dataOpen-Meteo historical weather data (Maihama, October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2026)35.63°N, 139.88°E. Daily highs, lows and rainfall averaged by month. A rainy day is 1 mm or more. Three years only, so warmer than the 30-year normals (retrieved October 4, 2026)
- [2]Official infoJapan Meteorological Agency: rainy season start and end dates since 1951 (Kanto-Koshin)Normal start around June 7, normal end around July 19 (checked October 4, 2026)
- [3]Offpeak Parks dataOffpeak Parks records: waits on rainy days (September 2023 to September 2026)Days grouped by rain between 9 am and 6 pm and compared with dry days of the same month and type (weekday, or weekend and holiday). About 15% shorter with 5–20 mm, about 30% with 20 mm or more. The share of indoor attractions is from the official guide
- [4]Offpeak Parks dataOffpeak Parks records: summer break crowds (nine summers, 2015–2019 and 2023–2026)Summer break (July 20 – August 31) runs at about 80% of a normal day at Tokyo Disneyland. Only Obon week (August 10–16) reaches about a normal day. Details in the summer crowds article
- [5]Offpeak Parks dataOffpeak Parks daily crowd records (January 1, 2015 to February 28, 2020, and April 1, 2023 to October 1, 2026; 3,160 days)Normal = 100: March is 132 and November 126 (average of both parks since April 2023). December 24 is about normal, December 25 is 1.4×, December 29–30 are 1.7× at Tokyo Disneyland. Not attendance