Japan (Tokyo) · October
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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MAXMAX | 10° | 11° | 14° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 29° | 31° | 27° | 22° | 17° | 12° |
MINMIN | -1° | 1° | 4° | 9° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 21° | 15° | 8° | 2° |
☀️Sunshine | 7h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 6h | 5h | 5h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 14° | 13° | 14° | 16° | 18° | 20° | 22° | 25° | 25° | 22° | 19° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 5d73mm | 6d80mm | 8d116mm | 9d132mm | 10d139mm | 10d169mm | 8d137mm | 8d131mm | 10d202mm | 11d230mm | 8d100mm | 5d75mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
October in Japan (Tokyo) offers acceptable conditions — but it's not among the top travel months. Those looking for ideal weather should visit in May, July, and August.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 14°C at night (daily average: 18°C). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 11 rain days (230 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. Sea temperature is 22°C — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Momiji-Herbst: Das Laub der Ahornbäume färbt sich rot-orange — in Nikko und im Shinjuku Gyoen ein Spektakel. Temperaturen ideal, Luft klar, der Fuji wieder sichtbar.
Packing list for Japan (Tokyo) in October
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Japan (Tokyo)?
- October is not an optimal month for Japan (Tokyo) (Score: 48/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Japan (Tokyo) in October?
- In October, Japan (Tokyo) sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 14°C, with a daily average of 18°C.
- How much rain falls in Japan (Tokyo) in October?
- In October, Japan (Tokyo) receives an average of 230 mm of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Japan (Tokyo) get in October?
- Japan (Tokyo) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Japan (Tokyo) in October?
- Water temperature in Japan (Tokyo) in October averages 22°C — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
