Tokyo Weather News
Friday 3 July
Live Weather
Tokyo
Weather Now.
UV peaks at 6 today (high). Reduce time in the sun 10am-4pm. SPF 50+.
7-day UV outlook
- Today6High
- Saturday5High
- Sunday2Moderate
- Monday1Low
- Tuesday4Moderate
- Wednesday7Very high
- Thursday8Very high
Sun safety in Tokyo
Tokyo sits at latitude 35.7°N. UV can reach very high to extreme levels between May and August, peaking around midday. The Japan Meteorological Agency recommends sun protection whenever the UV index is 3 or above, and Tokyo typically exceeds that for around 8 hours a day in mid-summer.
UV categories
- Low (up to 2): Sun protection not usually needed.
- Moderate (up to 5): Wear sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
- High (up to 7): Reduce time in the sun 10am-4pm. SPF 50+.
- Very high (up to 10): Avoid the midday sun. Full sun protection.
- Extreme (11+): Stay indoors during peak UV hours.