Niigata weather in February
Averages for 1991–2020 at the JMA's Niigata station (4 m above sea level).
- High
- 6.4°C (44°F)
- Low
- −0.1°C (32°F)
- Precipitation
- 115.8 mm
- Wet days
- 16.8 days
- Sunshine
- 74 hours
- Snow on ground
- 13.9 days
- Highs rise 1.1°C from January and climb another 3.9°C into March.
- That is 11.4°C below Niigata's yearly average high of 17.8°C.
- Of our 34 places with temperature records, Niigata is the 10th coldest in February: 0.1°C cooler than Sendai and 1.1°C warmer than Nagano.
- February is Niigata's 4th driest month (115.8 mm).
- Of our 35 places, Niigata has the 8th highest precipitation in February: 4.0 mm less than Miyakojima and 1.3 mm more than Naha.
- Rain or snow of 1 mm or more falls on 16.8 days, and 10 mm or more on 3.9 days.
- The temperature drops below 0°C on 15.1 nights.
- 48 cm of snow falls in an average February; snow lies on the ground on 13.9 days.
- The sun is out for 40% or more of the possible hours on 6.8 days, and 4.6 days have under 0.1 hours of sunshine.
- By the JMA's cloud records, 0.2 days are clear and 19.4 are overcast.
- On 15 February 2027 the sun rises at 6:34 and sets at 17:22 in Niigata, giving 10 hours 48 minutes of daylight (NAOJ).
- Average temperature
- 3.1°C (38°F)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Deepest snow (average of each year's deepest)
- 23 cm
Early, mid and late February
| Days | High | Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–10 February | 5.5°C | −0.5°C | 44.9 mm |
| 11–20 February | 6.3°C | −0.1°C | 42.9 mm |
| 21–28 February | 7.6°C | 0.4°C | 28.1 mm |
By the last ten days of February the average high in Niigata is 2.1°C higher than in the first ten.
By ten-day totals, 1–10 February is the wettest (44.9 mm) and 21–28 February the driest (28.1 mm).
What to wear in Niigata in February
Is Niigata cold in February?
Yes, it is cold. Niigata averages 6.4°C (44°F) by day and −0.1°C (32°F) at night in February. The coldest stretch, 21–31 January (highs of 4.9°C), is over by February.
- A winter coat over layers, and a scarf.
- Gloves and a hat for mornings and nights: the temperature drops below 0°C on 15.1 nights.
- A waterproof jacket with a hood: rain or snow falls on 16.8 days.
Shoes
- Waterproof boots with good grip: snow lies on the ground on 13.9 days (deepest 23 cm on average).
Pack
- Waterproof jacket with a hood
- Gloves and a warm hat
- Scarf
- Waterproof boots with grip
Holidays and crowds in February
National holidays in February 2027:
- Thu 11 February — National Foundation Day
- Tue 23 February — Emperor's Birthday
In February 2025, hotels and inns across Niigata Prefecture were 46.5% full on average (6th busiest of 12 months). Foreign guests spent 159,000 nights there that month (Japan Tourism Agency). That compares with 41.7% in January and 45.2% in March.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Niigata in February?
The average high is 6.4°C (44°F) and the average low −0.1°C (32°F). 115.8 mm of rain or snow falls on about 16.8 days (JMA, 1991–2020).
What should I wear in Niigata in February?
A winter coat over layers, and a scarf. Gloves and a hat for mornings and nights: the temperature drops below 0°C on 15.1 nights. A waterproof jacket with a hood: rain or snow falls on 16.8 days.
Is Niigata cold in February?
Yes, it is cold. Niigata averages 6.4°C (44°F) by day and −0.1°C (32°F) at night in February. The coldest stretch, 21–31 January (highs of 4.9°C), is over by February.
Does it snow in Niigata in February?
Yes. 48 cm of snow falls in an average February, and snow lies on the ground on 13.9 days (JMA, 1991–2020).
Is Niigata busy in February?
In February 2025, hotels and inns across Niigata Prefecture were 46.5% full on average (6th busiest of 12 months). Foreign guests spent 159,000 nights there that month (Japan Tourism Agency).
What are the record temperatures for February in Niigata?
The highest temperature the JMA has recorded in Niigata in February is 21.3°C (70°F), on 22 February 2004. The lowest is −13.0°C (9°F), on 12 February 1942.
What events are on in Niigata in February?
Niigata Winter Food Event Tojitsuza: Early February, two days (2026: 7 and 8 February). Iwamuro Onsen Hina Meguri (Doll Tour): Late February to early March (20 February to 8 March in 2026).
February records in Niigata
The extremes the JMA has measured in February at its Niigata station.
- Hottest February day
- 21.3°C (70°F) on 22 February 2004 (records since 1882)
- Coldest February night
- −13.0°C (9°F) on 12 February 1942 (records since 1882)
- Wettest February day
- 59.6 mm on 2 February 1961 (records since 1882)
- Deepest February snow
- 100 cm on 3 February 1961 (records since 1891)
- Most snow in one February day
- 56 cm on 7 February 2025 (records since 1953)
What's on in Niigata in February
| Event | When | Where and what |
|---|---|---|
| Niigata Winter Food Event Tojitsuzaにいがた冬食の陣・当日座 | Early February, two days (2026: 7 and 8 February) | Furumachi Luhul Plaza, Furumachi 7-bancho and Niigata Furusato Mura, Niigata. Food stalls with local dishes from Niigata and other prefectures. Open 11:00-18:00 (17:00 on the last day). Ends when sold out. Official page |
| Iwamuro Onsen Hina Meguri (Doll Tour)岩室温泉ひな巡り | Late February to early March (20 February to 8 March in 2026) | Iwamuro Onsen town, Nishikan Ward, Niigata City. Hina dolls are displayed at 33 inns and shops in the hot spring town, 10:00-16:00 (some venues differ). Free parking is available at designated lots. Official page |
Niigata before and after February
Other places in February
| Place | High | Against Niigata | Wet days | Against Niigata |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NasuNasu Kogen | 2.7°C | −3.7°C | 8.3 days | −8.5 days |
| NikkoImaichi | 6.8°C | +0.4°C | 5.3 days | −11.5 days |
| Kusatsu Onsen | 0.7°C | −5.7°C | 10.7 days | −6.1 days |
| Nagano | 5.3°C | −1.1°C | 8.9 days | −7.9 days |
| Sendai | 6.5°C | +0.1°C | 5.0 days | −11.8 days |
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Sources for this page
- Normals for 1991–2020: Niigata (新潟), month by month (平年値 年・月ごとの値)Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)
- Normals for 1991–2020: Niigata (新潟), rain days, temperature days and snow (詳細)Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)
- Ten-day normals for 1991–2020: Niigata (新潟) (平年値 旬ごとの値)Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)
- Records for February: Niigata (新潟) (観測史上1〜10位の値)Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA)
- Sunrise and sunset by prefectural capital (各地のこよみ)National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ)
- National holidays (国民の祝日について)Cabinet Office
- Overnight Travel Statistics Survey, 2025 final figures (宿泊旅行統計調査 2025年 年の確定値)Japan Tourism Agency
- Niigata Winter Food Event Tojitsuza (にいがた冬食の陣・当日座)Niigata Prefecture tourism information site (Niigata Prefecture Tourism Association)
- Iwamuro Onsen Hina Meguri (Doll Tour) (岩室温泉ひな巡り)Niigata Visitors & Convention Bureau (official Niigata City tourism guide)