AI-generatedIse at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,170 h
- Rain a year
- 1,818 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 56 m
Climate in Ise
Ise has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 10 °C. With around 2,170 hours of sunshine a year, Ise is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 7.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ise
The best time to visit Ise is from July to September. In August and September, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. The sea reaches 27.7 °C in August, but rain or cool air gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in April and in November. Rain is frequent from May to June and in October; the wettest month is October with 238 mm.
Ise through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ise in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Ise in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 25–31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Ise in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 17–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Ise in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 10–12 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr, Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Jun, Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: July – September
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rainStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
05:5717:20
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 05:42–06:31 · evening 16:46–17:36
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:32–05:42 · evening 17:36–17:45
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 Ise compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 21°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 15° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.9 h |
What is the weather like in Ise in October?
In October, Ise is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 238 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Ise.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 23 min05:57 – 17:20
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 21 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 54 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %60 %
- Seaweight 25 %80 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %37 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %41 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Ise
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Ise: score 80 against 56. In August, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in August. August has 2 more rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 56 | 80better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 26° |
| Sea | 22.6° | 27.7° |
| Sunshine | 5.2 h | 7.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12better | 14 |
| Rainfall | 238 mm | 160 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ise month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
25January10° · Sea 14° · 5.4 h
In January, Ise is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in January24February11° · Sea 13° · 5.7 h
In February, Ise is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 12.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 74 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in February22March14° · Sea 13° · 6.2 h
In March, Ise is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 124 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in March23April18° · Sea 15° · 6.6 h
In April, Ise is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 139 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in April45May23° · Sea 19° · 6.4 h
In May, Ise is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 175 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in May64June25° · Sea 22° · 5.1 h
In June, Ise is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 231 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in June76July30° · Sea 26° · 6.3 h
In July, Ise is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 197 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in July80August31° · Sea 28° · 7.5 h
In August, Ise is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 160 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in August72September28° · Sea 26° · 5.7 h
In September, Ise is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 229 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in September56October23° · Sea 23° · 5.2 h
In October, Ise is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 238 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in October31November17° · Sea 19° · 5.5 h
In November, Ise is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 112 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in November26December12° · Sea 16° · 5.8 h
In December, Ise is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 72 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ise.
Ise in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ise
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 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (5°), the warmest in August (26°). 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 February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 112 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 | 25 | 10° | 5° | 13.5° | 5.4 h | 6 | 69 |
| FebruaryFeb | 24 | 11° | 5° | 12.7° | 5.7 h | 7 | 74 |
| MarchMar | 22 | 14° | 8° | 13.2° | 6.2 h | 10 | 124 |
| AprilApr | 23 | 18° | 12° | 15.2° | 6.6 h | 10 | 139 |
| MayMay | 45 | 23° | 17° | 18.5° | 6.4 h | 12 | 175 |
| JuneJun | 64 | 25° | 21° | 22.0° | 5.1 h | 15 | 231 |
| JulyJul | 76 | 30° | 25° | 25.8° | 6.3 h | 15 | 197 |
| AugustAug | 80 | 31° | 26° | 27.7° | 7.5 h | 14 | 160 |
| SeptemberSep | 72 | 28° | 23° | 26.1° | 5.7 h | 16 | 229 |
| OctoberOct | 56 | 23° | 18° | 22.6° | 5.2 h | 12 | 238 |
| NovemberNov | 31 | 17° | 12° | 19.4° | 5.5 h | 8 | 112 |
| DecemberDec | 26 | 12° | 7° | 16.1° | 5.8 h | 6 | 72 |
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 in Ise
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.7 – 23.5 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ise ranges from 12.7 °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 November 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 26.9 and 28.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.5° | 10.8° | 17.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.7° | 10.0° | 15.9° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.2° | 11.0° | 16.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.2° | 13.7° | 16.6° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.5° | 17.4° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.0° | 21.2° | 23.1° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.8° | 24.2° | 27.2° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 27.7° | 26.9° | 28.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.1° | 24.6° | 27.3° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 22.6° | 21.7° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.4° | 18.4° | 20.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.1° | 14.1° | 18.5° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Ise
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 5.2 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Ise, 46 % 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 in Ise: 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, Ise has about 12 rainy days with 238 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Ise
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 and clouds in Ise
How breezy and how cloudy Ise 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 Ise typically peaks at 21 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 – May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 54 % of the sky over Ise: variable cloud, with about 5.2 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 and humidity in Ise
How often the day gets hot in Ise (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, Ise has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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 Ise
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Ise 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.
Ise has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 79) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 23).
- 23
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 49
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 79
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 56
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 26
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 5 min
- Distance
- 9,580 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.
Storm season
Ise 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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Ise vs Tsu
In October Tsu has the better holiday weather (score 61 vs 56). During the day it is about as warm in Tsu as in Ise. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Ise | Tsu |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 56 | 61 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 11 |
| Best time | Jul – Sep | Apr – Jun, Oct – Nov |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Ise
When is the best time to visit Ise?
The best time to visit Ise is from July to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Ise?
The sea temperature in Ise ranges from 12.7 °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 Ise in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Ise?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 26 °C. January is the coolest month at 10 °C.
When does it rain most in Ise?
Rain is frequent from May to June and in October; the wettest month is October with 238 mm. The driest month is January with 69 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ise get?
Ise gets around 2,170 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 7.5 hours a day; in June there are 5.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Ise in?
Ise is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Ise?
A nonstop flight from London to Ise takes about 12 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,580 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Ise?
Ise 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 Ise?
Ise has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 79) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 23). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 23, May half-term 49, summer holidays 79, October half-term 56, Christmas holidays 26.