Kyoto at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,190 h
- Rain a year
- 1,337 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 50 m
Climate in Kyoto
Kyoto 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 8 °C. With around 2,190 hours of sunshine a year, Kyoto is moderately sunny; August is the sunniest month with 7.1 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – June, September – November
October is the peak of the typhoon season
What is the weather like in Kyoto in October?
In October, Kyoto is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 143 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kyoto.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min06:02 – 17:23
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 55 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+9Asia/Tokyo
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %47 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %59 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sunshine hours in Kyoto
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 5.8 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Kyoto, 51 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Kyoto: 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, Kyoto has about 10 rainy days with 143 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 34 | 8° | 0° | 5.8 h | 7 | 57 |
| FebruaryFeb | 35 | 9° | 0° | 5.8 h | 8 | 64 |
| MarchMar | 51 | 13° | 3° | 6.3 h | 11 | 107 |
| AprilApr | 78 | 18° | 8° | 6.3 h | 10 | 115 |
| MayMay | 77 | 23° | 13° | 6.4 h | 11 | 136 |
| JuneJun | 69 | 26° | 18° | 5.1 h | 12 | 179 |
| JulyJul | 54 | 30° | 23° | 6.2 h | 14 | 168 |
| AugustAug | 55 | 31° | 24° | 7.1 h | 10 | 104 |
| SeptemberSep | 72 | 27° | 20° | 5.6 h | 11 | 134 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 21° | 14° | 5.8 h | 10 | 143 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 16° | 8° | 5.7 h | 7 | 75 |
| DecemberDec | 45 | 10° | 2° | 5.9 h | 7 | 55 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
35.02° N, 135.75° E · 50 m · Asia/Tokyo
Best time to visit Kyoto
The best time to visit Kyoto is from April to June and from September to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to May and from September to November. Rain is most frequent from June to July; the wettest month is June with 179 mm.
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Your best months: May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – May, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Jul
12 or more rainy days
Kyoto month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
34January8° · 6 h
In January, Kyoto is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 57 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in January35February9° · 6 h
In February, Kyoto is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 0 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 64 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in February51March13° · 6 h
In March, Kyoto is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in March78April18° · 6 h
In April, Kyoto is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 115 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in April77May23° · 6 h
In May, Kyoto is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 136 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in May69June26° · 5 h
In June, Kyoto is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 179 mm in total. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in June54July30° · 6 h
In July, Kyoto is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 168 mm in total. On about 15 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 Kyoto.
Kyoto in July55August31° · 7 h
In August, Kyoto is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 104 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, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in August72September27° · 6 h
In September, Kyoto is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 134 mm in total. On about 6 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 Kyoto.
Kyoto in September77October21° · 6 h
In October, Kyoto is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 143 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in October72November16° · 6 h
In November, Kyoto is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in November45December10° · 6 h
In December, Kyoto is cool: daytime highs average 10 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Kyoto.
Kyoto in DecemberPlanning a trip to Kyoto
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 55 min
- Distance
- 9,490 km
- Time zone
- UTC+9
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
Kyoto 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); not a forecast.
Frequently asked questions about Kyoto
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
The best time to visit Kyoto is from April to June and from September to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Kyoto?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 8 °C.
When does it rain most in Kyoto?
Rain is most frequent from June to July; the wettest month is June with 179 mm. The driest month is December with 55 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kyoto get?
Kyoto gets around 2,190 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 7.1 hours a day; in June there are 5.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Kyoto in?
Kyoto uses the time zone Asia/Tokyo, at UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kyoto?
A nonstop flight from London to Kyoto takes about 11 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,490 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Kyoto?
Kyoto 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.
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