October weather forecast
Kyoto, Japan

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The Buddhist temple of Byodo-in in Kyoto, Japan
The Buddhist temple of Byodo-in in Kyoto, Japan

Weather in October

October heralds the onset of autumn in Kyoto. The high temperature decreases to a more pleasant 20.5°C (68.9°F) while the low dips down to 12.8°C (55°F), crafting a mild and comfortable atmosphere. A slight increase in rainfall, reaching 88mm (3.46"), is distributed over 14.3 days. Autumn's arrival paints the city in magnificent hues of red and orange, capturing the essence of the season perfectly. Gently whistling winds carrying the scent of freshly fallen leaves only amplify the season's charm.

Temperature

Arrival of October in Kyoto comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) in September to a pleasant 20.5°C (68.9°F). During October, the average low-temperature in Kyoto is a cool 12.8°C (55°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Kyoto are January, July and October, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In October, in Kyoto, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 843mm (33.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:03 JST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Kyoto is 5.9h.

UV index

In Kyoto, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during October leads to these instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kyoto in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) and a low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Kyoto?

The months with the highest humidity are January, July and October, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in October in Kyoto?

In October, the average relative humidity in Kyoto is 82%.

How many days does it rain in October in Kyoto?

In October, in Kyoto, Japan, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout October, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Kyoto?

April through November are months without snowfall in Kyoto.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kyoto?

In Kyoto, Japan, the average day length in October is 11h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Kyoto?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, in Kyoto, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:03 JST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Kyoto?

The average sunshine duration in October in Kyoto, Japan, is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in October in Kyoto?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Kyoto is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average temperature in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average high temperature in October: 20.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 12.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average pressure in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average pressure in October: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average wind speed in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average humidity in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average humidity in October: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July and October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average rainfall in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average rainfall in October: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (32mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average rainfall days in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in October: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average snowfall in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (96mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average snowfall days in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average sunshine days in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8 days).

Average UV index in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average UV index in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average cloud cover in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in October: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in October
Kyoto, Japan

Average visibility in October - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and September (7km).

Kyoto, Japan

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