What to expect in Tokyo in November
November is one of the best times to visit Tokyo. Expect 17° / 9°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Tokyo weather in November
Typical conditions in Tokyo during November, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 17°C 63°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 9°C 48°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 17°C with lows near 9°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Tokyo — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
Prices run high season this month: premium prices.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 17°C by day and about 9°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Tokyo. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 12% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Autumn Foliage (Koyo) while you’re there.
- Autumn Foliage (Koyo) — Maple trees turn red and gold in gardens like Rikugien and the Meiji Jingu Gaien.
Tokyo in November compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 27° / 21° | Low | $ | 67 |
| October | 22° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| November · This month | 17° / 9° | High | $$$ | 45 |
| December | 12° / 4° | Moderate | $$ | 47 |
| January | 10° / 1° | Moderate | $$ | 51 |
These months score higher for Tokyo on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in November
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in November.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
