AI-generatedImabari at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,030 h
- Rain a year
- 1,386 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Imabari
Imabari has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 10 °C. With around 2,030 hours of sunshine a year, Imabari is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 7.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Imabari
The best time to visit Imabari is from April to June and from October to November. In October, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to May and from October to November. In August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is June with 201 mm of precipitation.
Imabari through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Imabari in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 15–25 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Imabari in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 27–33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Imabari in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Imabari in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 10–13 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – June, October – November
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
06:1217:35
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:56–06:46 · evening 17:02–17:51
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:47–05:56 · evening 17:51–18:00
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Imabari compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 22°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 12° |
| Sea | 25° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.9 h |
What is the weather like in Imabari in October?
In October, Imabari is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 110 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Imabari.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 23 min06:12 – 17:35
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 20 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 49 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %43 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %67 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Imabari
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and May bring similar holiday weather to Imabari (score 79 and 81). In May, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C cooler in May. The sun shines an hour longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79 | 81 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 15° |
| Sea | 23.9° | 18.0° |
| Sunshine | 5.6 h | 6.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Rainfall | 110 mmbetter | 142 mm |
| Muggy days | 4 | 2better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Imabari month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
36January10° · Sea 14° · 4.2 h
In January, Imabari is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in January41February11° · Sea 13° · 4.8 h
In February, Imabari is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 12.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 68 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in February59March15° · Sea 13° · 5.6 h
In March, Imabari is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 106 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in March79April20° · Sea 15° · 6.4 h
In April, Imabari is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 119 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in April81May25° · Sea 18° · 6.9 h
In May, Imabari is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 142 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in May67June27° · Sea 22° · 5.3 h
In June, Imabari is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 201 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in June46July31° · Sea 26° · 6.0 h
In July, Imabari is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 186 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in July43August33° · Sea 28° · 7.1 h
In August, Imabari is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 120 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in August60September29° · Sea 27° · 5.7 h
In September, Imabari is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 151 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in September79October24° · Sea 24° · 5.6 h
In October, Imabari is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 110 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in October79November18° · Sea 20° · 4.9 h
In November, Imabari is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 19.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in November47December13° · Sea 17° · 4.1 h
In December, Imabari is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Imabari.
Imabari in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Imabari
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 4 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (2°), the warmest in August (25°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 106 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 36 | 10° | 2° | 13.9° | 4.2 h | 8 | 53 |
| FebruaryFeb | 41 | 11° | 2° | 12.6° | 4.8 h | 9 | 68 |
| MarchMar | 59 | 15° | 5° | 12.8° | 5.6 h | 10 | 106 |
| AprilApr | 79 | 20° | 10° | 14.9° | 6.4 h | 10 | 119 |
| MayMay | 81 | 25° | 15° | 18.0° | 6.9 h | 9 | 142 |
| JuneJun | 67 | 27° | 20° | 21.7° | 5.3 h | 12 | 201 |
| JulyJul | 46 | 31° | 24° | 25.5° | 6.0 h | 12 | 186 |
| AugustAug | 43 | 33° | 25° | 27.7° | 7.1 h | 10 | 120 |
| SeptemberSep | 60 | 29° | 21° | 26.9° | 5.7 h | 11 | 151 |
| OctoberOct | 79 | 24° | 15° | 23.9° | 5.6 h | 9 | 110 |
| NovemberNov | 79 | 18° | 9° | 19.9° | 4.9 h | 7 | 71 |
| DecemberDec | 47 | 13° | 4° | 16.5° | 4.1 h | 9 | 61 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Imabari
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 23.1 – 24.5 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Imabari ranges from 12.6 °C in February to 27.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From October to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 26.6 and 28.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.9° | 12.2° | 16.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.6° | 10.6° | 16.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.8° | 11.1° | 16.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.9° | 13.5° | 16.8° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.0° | 17.2° | 18.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.7° | 21.0° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.5° | 24.3° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 27.7° | 26.6° | 28.7° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.9° | 26.1° | 27.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 23.9° | 23.1° | 24.5° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 19.9° | 19.3° | 20.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.5° | 15.5° | 17.9° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Imabari
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.6 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Imabari, 49 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Imabari: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Imabari has about 9 rainy days with 110 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Imabari
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 55 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Imabari
How breezy and how cloudy Imabari is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Imabari typically peaks at 20 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Oct – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over Imabari: variable cloud, with about 5.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Imabari
How often the day gets hot in Imabari (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Imabari has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Imabari
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Imabari in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Imabari has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 79) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 42).
- 73
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 78
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 44
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 79
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 42
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 55 min
- Distance
- 9,480 km
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Jet lag
- About 8 days (8 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Japan
- Currency
- Japanese Yen (JPY)
- Language
- Japanese
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 100 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +81
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 100 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Imabari lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Imabari vs Matsuyama
In October the holiday weather in Imabari and Matsuyama is about equally good (score 79 vs 78). During the day it is about as warm in Matsuyama as in Imabari. The sea in Matsuyama is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Imabari | Matsuyama |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 79 | 78 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 24° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Apr – Jun, Oct – Nov | Apr – May, Oct – Nov |
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Frequently asked questions about Imabari
When is the best time to visit Imabari?
The best time to visit Imabari is from April to June and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Imabari?
The sea temperature in Imabari ranges from 12.6 °C in February to 27.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Imabari in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.9 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Imabari?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 10 °C.
When does it rain most in Imabari?
The wettest month is June with 201 mm of precipitation. The driest month is January with 53 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Imabari get?
Imabari gets around 2,030 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 7.1 hours a day; in December there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Imabari in?
Imabari is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Imabari?
A nonstop flight from London to Imabari takes about 11 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,480 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Imabari?
Imabari lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Imabari?
Imabari has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 79) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 73, May half-term 78, summer holidays 44, October half-term 79, Christmas holidays 42.