# Tokyo ends record 37-day consecutive rainfall streak

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tokyo-record-consecutive-rainfall
> Updated: 2026-10-04T02:23:37.000Z. Sources: 53. Developments: 3.

Tokyo has ended its record-breaking streak of consecutive rainfall, which lasted from August 27 to October 2. The 37-day period marks the longest continuous rain in the capital since record-keeping began in 1886, surpassing the previous 2019 record of 33 days.

The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) reported that Tokyo received 696.5 mm of rain since the start of September, more than triple the typical seasonal amount. This extreme weather was driven by climate change and the El Niño phenomenon, which increased ocean temperatures and atmospheric moisture. The prolonged wet conditions were further exacerbated by a stalled autumn atmospheric front and multiple typhoons, including Typhoon Krovanh and Typhoon Dujuan.

The prolonged wet weather and typhoons caused significant disruptions. Dujuan was linked to at least 13 deaths from flooding and landslides, the cancellation of 275 flights, and the suspension of JR rail services. In Chiba Prefecture, landslides, road collapses, and power outages affecting over 600 households forced more than 100 people to evacuate.

In eastern Japan, September recorded the highest rainfall and lowest sunshine duration since 1946. These conditions impacted tourism in Nikko and Chiba, and caused rice crops to fall in the agricultural sector. While the rain has finally ceased in Tokyo, weather conditions remain unstable across the region.

## Claims

- Tokyo recorded 37 consecutive days of rain from August 27 to October 2. (disputed by 7 sources)
- Tokyo received 696.5 mm of rain since the start of September, which is more than triple the normal amount. (disputed by 4 sources)
- Tokyo has experienced 35 consecutive days of rain, a record since measurements began in 1886. (disputed by 3 sources)
- Central Tokyo recorded 629 mm of rainfall between the start of September and September 28. (disputed by 3 sources)
- Typhoon Dujuan caused floods and landslides in Chiba Prefecture, resulting in eight deaths. (disputed by 2 sources)
- Typhoon Dujuan caused at least 13 deaths due to flooding and landslides. (disputed)
- The prolonged wet weather is attributed to the combination of climate change and the El Niño phenomenon. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The previous record for consecutive rainy days in Tokyo was 33 days, set in 2019. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Tokyo recorded approximately 46 hours of sunshine during this period. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Prolonged rain, low atmospheric pressure, and high humidity can cause headaches and dizziness. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Eastern Japan experienced its highest September rainfall and lowest sunshine duration since 1946. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-04: Tokyo breaks record with 37 consecutive days of rain

Tokyo has broken its all-time rainfall record with 37 consecutive days of rain. The extreme weather, linked to typhoons and El Niño, caused significant flooding, deaths, and infrastructure disruptions.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tokyo-records-historic-37-day-streak-of-continuous-rainfall

### 2026-09-30: Tokyo hits record 35 consecutive days of rainfall

Tokyo has hit a record 35 consecutive days of rain, with rainfall levels in September reaching nearly three times the normal amount due to El Niño and climate change.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tokyo-hits-record-35-consecutive-days-of-rainfall

### 2026-09-28: Tokyo sets record for longest consecutive rainfall streak

Tokyo has recorded its longest consecutive rainfall streak since 1886, with 34 to 35 days of rain driven by El Niño, autumn rain fronts, and typhoons, causing agricultural and landslide concerns.

40 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tokyo-sets-record-for-34-consecutive-days-of-rainfall

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Cite as: Tokyo ends record 37-day consecutive rainfall streak. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/tokyo-record-consecutive-rainfall
