Is February a Good Time to Visit Kobe?
⚠️ February falls in Kobe's typhoon season. While daily weather averages 9°C with 19% rain, tropical storms can disrupt travel. Flexible bookings recommended.
Decision Factors
Typhoon season active
Western Pacific zone - expect potential typhoon activity
Vaccinations required
Yellow Fever
Peak tourist season
88% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices
Cold sea - swimming challenging
9.6°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge
Health precautions needed
Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)
Calm, family-friendly seas
0.48m wave height - Lake-like
Good For
- 🏛️Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
- 💼Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
- 🌡️Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 9.4°C without oppressive humidity
Who Should Avoid
- 🏖️Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 9.6°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
- 💰Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
- 💼Business travelers
Storm season may cause flight disruptions
2004 was exceptionally hot: Average of 16°C, 6.6°C above normal
