February, along with January, is the coldest month in Fukuoka. Located on the northern coast of Kyushu Island, Fukuoka is covered by clouds coming from the Sea of Japan, and sunny days are rare. However, it does not snow much in Fukuoka, whereas it often snows in other cities on the Sea of Japan coast. The warm current (Tsushima Current) that flows through the Sea of Japan keeps the temperature from dropping too low, so as long as you are well-protected against the cold, you will be able to enjoy sightseeing in comfort.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does it snow in Fukuoka?
No. It doesn’t snow much in Fukuoka. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the amount of snowfall in February (1991-2020) is 1 cm. However, it is covered with clouds coming from the Sea of Japan, and snow sometimes scatters.
Is Fukuoka colder than Tokyo?
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the average temperature in February is 7.8 degrees Celsius in Fukuoka City and 6.1 degrees Celsius in Tokyo. The minimum temperature is also 4.4 degrees Celsius in Fukuoka City and 2.1 degrees Celsius in Tokyo (1991-2020). It can be said that Fukuoka is warmer than Tokyo. The fact that a warm current (Tsushima Current) flows in the Sea of Japan also has an effect. However, Kyushu Island is generally perceived as warmer than Honshu Island. For this reason, many people seem to feel the cold in Fukuoka, where the overcast days continue.
What should I wear in Fukuoka in February?
We recommend that you wear a coat or down jacket to make sure you are protected from the cold. If you do not like the cold, you may also want to bring a scarf, gloves, and a knit hat. For winter clothes, please refer to the following article.
Weather in Fukuoka in early February
February 5, 2020 : Main Building of Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine at Dazaifu, Fukuoka = Shutterstock
February 3, 2020: Setsubun Festival in Kushida Shrine Setsubun Festival, or Bean- Throwing Festival = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Fukuoka | 6.9℃ (44.4°F) 10.4℃ (50.7°F) 3.7℃ (38.7°F) |
18.2mm (0.72 inch) 1 cm (0.39 inch) |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
>> Click here for a [quick reference] converted from Celsius to Fahrenheit.
Weather in Fukuoka in mid-February
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Fukuoka | 7.8℃ (46.0°F) 11.6℃ (52.9°F) 4.4 ℃ (39.9°F) |
25.5 mm (1.00 inch) 0 cm (0 inch) |
※Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Weather in Fukuoka in late February
Fukuoka, Japan – February 24 2017: Dazaifu tenmangu shrine
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Fukuoka | 8.9℃ (48.0°F) 13.0℃ (55.4°F) 5.3℃ (41.5°F) |
26.2 mm (1.03 inch) 0 cm (0 inch) |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Reference: Current weather and temperature in Fukuoka, forecast for the next 7 days
Monthly weather in Fukuoka
Below are articles about the weather in Fukuoka. Click on the month of interest to see articles about that month.
| January | February | March |
| April | May | June |
| July | August | September |
| October | November | December |
Weather in tourist destinations around Japan
Below are pages showing the climates of various regions in Japan at the same time of the year.
| Tokyo | Osaka | Kyoto |
| Hokkaido | Sendai | Nagano |
| Nagoya | Hiroshima | Fukuoka |
| Okinawa |
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