Yokohama's climate is characterized by four distinct seasons. With a large temperature difference within a year varying from hot and humid in the summer, and cold in the winter. For tourists, although the winter is cold and snow is rare, travel is still fairly easy. The best time travel seasons are in the spring and autumn seasons, as the temperatures are moderate and great weather.

Yokohama's average summer temperature is 19 to 27 degrees Celsius (66 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit), and there is more rainfall. It is best to carry an umbrella with you as rainfall can occur at any time. Going to Yokohama in the summer gives you the opportunity to experience some of the festivities, like on June 2nd, the Yokohama Opening Day. It commemorates the opening of Yokohama, as it has become an important event in Yokohama. On the eve of the day, the Yokohama Port will set off fireworks. In addition, there will be some small commemorative events such as the tea ceremony.

The cherry blossom season in Yokohama is usually from late March to early April. It slightly changes every year, but it is usually around this time. If you want to enjoy the cherry blossoms, it is recommended to pay attention to the cherry blossom information in a timely manner. The Japanese meteorologist agency releases this information every February and March. You can search online for "Japan Cherry Blossom Front" for more information and it is easy to find the opening hours of the cherry blossoms throughout Japan.

The maple leaf season usually is from mid-November to early December. The temperature difference between the morning and evening gradually broadens. The autumn color of Yokohama becomes brighter as the maple leaf season begins. The fiery red maple leaves, Golden ginkgo leaves, evergreen pines, and cypresses will make Yokohama look very beautiful. Sankeien Garden, Shin-Yokohama Park, Kanazawa Nature Park, and the famous temples all are excellent places to enjoy the autumn leaves.

The maple leaf season usually is from mid-November to early December. The temperature difference between the morning and evening gradually broadens. The autumn color of Yokohama becomes brighter as the maple leaf season begins. The fiery red maple leaves, Golden ginkgo leaves, evergreen pines, and cypresses will make Yokohama look very beautiful. Sankeien Garden, Shin-Yokohama Park, Kanazawa Nature Park, and the famous temples all are excellent places to enjoy the autumn leaves.

Every year, from early February to early March, the Plum Blossom Festival is held at the Sankeien Garden. There are more than 600 red and white spring plums that can be seen at the park.

The Mid-Autumn Harvest Moon Festival is held in the Japanese courtyard of Yokohama Sankeien Park from mid-September to early October every year.

Every year from November to the New Year, the streets and alleys of Yokohama are lit up with beautiful lanterns and colorful lights, creating a colorful winter atmosphere. The big attractions will have a large-scaled. Glittering Christmas lights and cheerful Christmas songs will make the city a lively Christmas scene. Some locations will have continue to have their lights up until Valentine's Day.