AI-generatedMaizuru at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,550 h
- Rain a year
- 1,639 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Maizuru
Maizuru 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 8 °C. With around 1,550 hours of sunshine a year, Maizuru is rather dull; August is the sunniest month with 6.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Maizuru
The best time to visit Maizuru 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 27.4 °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 from April to May and from October to November. Rain is frequent in June and from December to March; the wettest month is July with 229 mm.
Maizuru through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Maizuru in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 13–24 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Maizuru in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 27–33 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 46 rainy days in all
Maizuru in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 16–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Maizuru in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 8–11 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 2.6 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – May, Oct – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun, Dec – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
Snow
Jan – Feb
Snow on 2 or more 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
Good forSightseeing & walks
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 17°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:0417:25
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:48–06:38 · evening 16:50–17:41
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:38–05:48 · evening 17:41–17:50
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 Maizuru 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 19° 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° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 10° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Maizuru in October?
In October, Maizuru is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 148 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Maizuru.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 21 min06:04 – 17:25
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 59 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snowAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %53 %
- Seaweight 25 %79 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %18 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %50 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Maizuru
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Maizuru: score 71 against 52. In September, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in September. September has 3 more rainy days.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 52 | 71better |
| Daytime high | 22° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 20° |
| Sea | 22.5° | 25.9° |
| Sunshine | 4.1 h | 4.5 h |
| Rainy days | 11better | 14 |
| Rainfall | 148 mmbetter | 190 mm |
| Muggy days | 3better | 19 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Maizuru month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
2January8° · Sea 13° · 2.3 h
In January, Maizuru is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.3 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 82 mm. Snow falls on about 5 days. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in January6February9° · Sea 12° · 2.9 h
In February, Maizuru is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 11.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 75 mm in total. Snow falls on about 4 days. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in February9March13° · Sea 12° · 4.0 h
In March, Maizuru is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 11.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 118 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in March17April19° · Sea 14° · 5.5 h
In April, Maizuru is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in April47May24° · Sea 17° · 5.9 h
In May, Maizuru is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 154 mm in total. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in May59June27° · Sea 21° · 4.5 h
In June, Maizuru is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 181 mm. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in June67July31° · Sea 25° · 4.9 h
In July, Maizuru is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 229 mm. On about 20 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 Maizuru.
Maizuru in July68August33° · Sea 27° · 6.3 h
In August, Maizuru is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 169 mm. On about 26 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in August71September28° · Sea 26° · 4.5 h
In September, Maizuru is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 190 mm in total. On about 8 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 Maizuru.
Maizuru in September52October22° · Sea 23° · 4.1 h
In October, Maizuru is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 148 mm in total. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in October20November16° · Sea 19° · 3.4 h
In November, Maizuru is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 19.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru in November6December11° · Sea 16° · 2.6 h
In December, Maizuru is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 82 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Maizuru.
Maizuru 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 Maizuru
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)
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 3 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (1°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June. 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 95 days a year, mostly from July 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 | 2 | 8° | 1° | 13.4° | 2.3 h | 17 | 82 |
| FebruaryFeb | 6 | 9° | 1° | 11.7° | 2.9 h | 14 | 75 |
| MarchMar | 9 | 13° | 3° | 11.6° | 4.0 h | 14 | 118 |
| AprilApr | 17 | 19° | 8° | 13.6° | 5.5 h | 12 | 123 |
| MayMay | 47 | 24° | 13° | 16.8° | 5.9 h | 12 | 154 |
| JuneJun | 59 | 27° | 18° | 20.8° | 4.5 h | 14 | 181 |
| JulyJul | 67 | 31° | 23° | 24.7° | 4.9 h | 17 | 229 |
| AugustAug | 68 | 33° | 24° | 27.4° | 6.3 h | 14 | 169 |
| SeptemberSep | 71 | 28° | 20° | 25.9° | 4.5 h | 14 | 190 |
| OctoberOct | 52 | 22° | 13° | 22.5° | 4.1 h | 11 | 148 |
| NovemberNov | 20 | 16° | 8° | 19.4° | 3.4 h | 11 | 89 |
| DecemberDec | 6 | 11° | 3° | 16.3° | 2.6 h | 14 | 82 |
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 Maizuru
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.5 – 23.5 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Maizuru ranges from 11.6 °C in March to 27.4 °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 26.2 and 28.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.4° | 12.8° | 14.1° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 11.7° | 11.1° | 12.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 11.6° | 10.8° | 12.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 13.6° | 12.6° | 14.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.8° | 16.2° | 17.8° | cold |
| JuneJun | 20.8° | 20.1° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.7° | 23.4° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 27.4° | 26.2° | 28.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.9° | 24.5° | 27.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.5° | 21.5° | 23.5° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.4° | 18.8° | 19.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.3° | 15.8° | 16.9° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Maizuru
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 4.1 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Maizuru, 36 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 2 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Maizuru: 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, Maizuru has about 11 rainy days with 148 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Maizuru
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 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 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 Maizuru
How breezy and how cloudy Maizuru 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 Maizuru typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 59 % of the sky over Maizuru: variable cloud, with about 4.1 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 Maizuru
How often the day gets hot in Maizuru (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, Maizuru has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 22 °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
Snow
Snow in Maizuru
Snow is possible in Maizuru, but no month makes it likely: the chance of seeing snow during a week's stay, the days with fresh snow and how much falls. Tap a month to select it.
Snow calendar
- hardly any
- possible
- likely
- very likely
In October, it hardly ever snows in Maizuru.
Snow days bring at least 1 cm of fresh snow. Fresh snow comes from ERA5 snowfall (1996–2025) at the height of the place, not on the slopes above it; the snow chance also weighs whether the snow settles. An estimate from climate averages, not a snow report.
Planning a trip to Maizuru
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Maizuru 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.
Maizuru has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 68) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 4).
- 15
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 49
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 68
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 52
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 4.1 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 4
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 9 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 2.5 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Snow
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 11 h 50 min
- Distance
- 9,430 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
Maizuru 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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Maizuru vs Obama
In October the holiday weather in Maizuru and Obama is about equally good (score 52 vs 48). During the day it is about as warm in Obama as in Maizuru. The sea is about equally warm. Obama gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Maizuru | Obama |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 52 | 48 |
| Daytime high | 22° | 22° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 13 |
| Best time | Jul – Sep | Jul – Sep |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Japan in October: the best places
In October, Maizuru ranks 28 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 28MaizuruThis page22°23°52
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Frequently asked questions about Maizuru
When is the best time to visit Maizuru?
The best time to visit Maizuru 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 Maizuru?
The sea temperature in Maizuru ranges from 11.6 °C in March to 27.4 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Maizuru in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Maizuru?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 8 °C.
When does it rain most in Maizuru?
Rain is frequent in June and from December to March; the wettest month is July with 229 mm. The driest month is February with 75 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Maizuru get?
Maizuru gets around 1,550 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 6.3 hours a day; in January there are 2.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Maizuru in?
Maizuru is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Maizuru?
A nonstop flight from London to Maizuru takes about 11 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,430 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Maizuru?
Maizuru 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 Maizuru?
Maizuru has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 68) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 4). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 15, May half-term 49, summer holidays 68, October half-term 52, Christmas holidays 4.