🇺🇸 Washington DC vs 🇯🇵 Tokyo

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Washington DC

broken clouds

67°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 67°F

H 69°F / L 64°F

Humidity: 74%

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Tokyo

mist

53°F

Mist

Feels like 53°F

H 54°F / L 52°F

Humidity: 94%

Climate Overview

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Washington DC

Washington DC has a humid subtropical climate — hot and oppressively humid summers, mild winters with occasional snow, and beautiful spring and fall seasons. The Potomac and Anacostia rivers create a low-lying bowl that traps summer heat and humidity. The region's cherry blossoms are world-famous.

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Tokyo

Humid subtropical — distinct four seasons, hot humid summers, mild winters

Best monthsMarch, April, October, November
AvoidJune, July, August (heat and typhoons)
Annual rain60 inches (1,530 mm)

Tokyo has dramatic seasonal swings. Cherry blossom season (late March–April) and autumn foliage (October–November) are spectacular. Summers are brutally hot and humid with typhoon risk. Winters are mild and dry with occasional snow.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Washington DC🇯🇵 Tokyo
Spring

46–72°F

March–May

Summer

75–91°F

June–August

Fall

60–77°F

September–November

Winter

37–50°F

December–February

Washington DC vs Tokyo: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Washington DC or Tokyo have better weather?

Washington DC and Tokyo have very different climates. Washington DC has a humid subtropical climate — hot and oppressively humid summers, mild winters wit Tokyo: Humid subtropical — distinct four seasons, hot humid summers, mild winters. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Washington DC vs Tokyo?

Best time for Washington DC: spring and fall. Best time for Tokyo: March, April, October, November.

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