AI-generatedKurashiki at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,000 h
- Rain a year
- 1,312 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 4 m
Climate in Kurashiki
Kurashiki 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 2,000 hours of sunshine a year, Kurashiki is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 6.9 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kurashiki
The best time to visit Kurashiki 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 June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June 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 178 mm of precipitation.
Kurashiki through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kurashiki in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 15–25 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Kurashiki in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 28–33 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Kurashiki in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–29 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Kurashiki in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 10–13 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Jun, 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: April – 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 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
06:0917:32
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 05:54–06:43 · evening 16:58–17:47
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:44–05:54 · evening 17:47–17:57
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 Kurashiki 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 | 19° | 13° |
| Sea | 25° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.9 h |
What is the weather like in Kurashiki in October?
In October, Kurashiki is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 122 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min06:09 – 17:32
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 4 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 51 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %38 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %66 %
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 Kurashiki
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 November bring similar holiday weather to Kurashiki (score 77 and 80). In November, days are 6 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in November. November has 2 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 80 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 10° |
| Sea | 23.8° | 19.7° |
| Sunshine | 5.3 h | 4.9 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 7better |
| Rainfall | 122 mm | 64 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 4 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kurashiki month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
39January10° · Sea 14° · 4.5 h
In January, Kurashiki is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 13.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 49 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in January43February11° · Sea 12° · 5.0 h
In February, Kurashiki is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in February58March15° · Sea 13° · 5.5 h
In March, Kurashiki is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in March78April20° · Sea 15° · 6.4 h
In April, Kurashiki is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °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 114 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in April79May25° · Sea 18° · 6.7 h
In May, Kurashiki is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 136 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in May65June28° · Sea 22° · 5.1 h
In June, Kurashiki is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 178 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in June42July32° · Sea 25° · 5.8 h
In July, Kurashiki is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 174 mm in total. On about 25 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 Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in July41August33° · Sea 28° · 6.9 h
In August, Kurashiki is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 113 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 Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in August58September29° · Sea 27° · 5.1 h
In September, Kurashiki is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 150 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 so-so month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in September77October24° · Sea 24° · 5.3 h
In October, Kurashiki is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 122 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in October80November18° · Sea 20° · 4.9 h
In November, Kurashiki is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °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 64 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in November51December13° · Sea 16° · 4.5 h
In December, Kurashiki is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Kurashiki.
Kurashiki in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 33°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Kurashiki
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 16°. 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 (3°), 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 104 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 | 39 | 10° | 3° | 13.7° | 4.5 h | 7 | 49 |
| FebruaryFeb | 43 | 11° | 3° | 12.4° | 5.0 h | 8 | 61 |
| MarchMar | 58 | 15° | 6° | 12.8° | 5.5 h | 10 | 101 |
| AprilApr | 78 | 20° | 10° | 14.8° | 6.4 h | 10 | 114 |
| MayMay | 79 | 25° | 15° | 17.9° | 6.7 h | 10 | 136 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 28° | 20° | 21.7° | 5.1 h | 12 | 178 |
| JulyJul | 42 | 32° | 24° | 25.4° | 5.8 h | 12 | 174 |
| AugustAug | 41 | 33° | 25° | 27.9° | 6.9 h | 10 | 113 |
| SeptemberSep | 58 | 29° | 22° | 27.0° | 5.1 h | 11 | 150 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 24° | 16° | 23.8° | 5.3 h | 9 | 122 |
| NovemberNov | 80 | 18° | 10° | 19.7° | 4.9 h | 7 | 64 |
| DecemberDec | 51 | 13° | 5° | 16.2° | 4.5 h | 7 | 52 |
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
34.58° N, 133.77° E · 4 m · Asia/Tokyo
Sea temperatureUp to 28° in August
Sea temperature in Kurashiki
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.9 – 24.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kurashiki ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 27.9 °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 26.8 and 29.0 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.7° | 12.0° | 16.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.4° | 10.2° | 15.7° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.8° | 10.9° | 16.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.8° | 13.4° | 16.8° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.9° | 17.0° | 18.7° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.7° | 21.1° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.4° | 24.3° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 27.9° | 26.8° | 29.0° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.0° | 26.1° | 28.5° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 23.8° | 22.9° | 24.7° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 19.7° | 19.1° | 20.3° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.2° | 15.1° | 17.5° | cold |
Sunshine2,000 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Kurashiki
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 5.3 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Kurashiki, 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.
Rain1,312 mm a year, most in June
Rain in Kurashiki: 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, Kurashiki has about 9 rainy days with 122 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 11 in June
UV index in Kurashiki
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 & cloudsWindiest in January: 23 km/h
Wind and clouds in Kurashiki
How breezy and how cloudy Kurashiki 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 Kurashiki typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle 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: Dec – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 51 % of the sky over Kurashiki: variable cloud, with about 5.3 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 & humidity72 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Kurashiki
How often the day gets hot in Kurashiki (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, Kurashiki 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 Kurashiki
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Kurashiki 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.
Kurashiki has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 77) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 41).
- 72
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
- 76
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 41
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat, Storm season
- 77
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 45
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 11 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 55 min
- Distance
- 9,460 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
Kurashiki 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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Kurashiki vs Okayama
In October the holiday weather in Kurashiki and Okayama is about equally good (score 77 vs 77). During the day it is about as warm in Okayama as in Kurashiki. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Kurashiki | Okayama |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 24° | 24° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 9 |
| Best time | Apr – Jun, Oct – Nov | Apr – May, Oct – Nov |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Kurashiki
When is the best time to visit Kurashiki?
The best time to visit Kurashiki 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 Kurashiki?
The sea temperature in Kurashiki ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 27.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Kurashiki in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Kurashiki?
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 Kurashiki?
The wettest month is June with 178 mm of precipitation. The driest month is January with 49 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kurashiki get?
Kurashiki gets around 2,000 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 6.9 hours a day; in January there are 4.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Kurashiki in?
Kurashiki is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kurashiki?
A nonstop flight from London to Kurashiki takes about 11 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,460 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Kurashiki?
Kurashiki 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 Kurashiki?
Kurashiki has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 77) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 41). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 72, May half-term 76, summer holidays 41, October half-term 77, Christmas holidays 45.