Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
Fuji Weather in October
October in Fuji brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights around 14°C (57°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 265 mm (10 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
Rainfall in Fuji in October
As part of the rainy season, Fuji sees around 15 days of rain in October, with an average of 265 mm (10 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.
Temperature in Fuji in October
October in Fuji brings typical temperatures with highs around 21°C (70°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.
Sunshine in Fuji in October
The area enjoys a balanced 140 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too rainy nor too sunny.October in Fuji has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
Fuji Temperature in October
Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
265 mm (10 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
80% *
Sunshine
140 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Fujinomiya, Japan (10 KM, 6 Miles).
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Best Places in Japan in October
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Fuji in October
For Fuji in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Fuji in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Camping6/10
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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28°C (82°F) Osaka
24°C (75°F) Kyoto23°C (73°F) Tokyo23°C (73°F) Hakone21°C (70°F) Hakuba17°C (63°F) Sapporo16°C (61°F) Niseko15°C (59°F) Bucket list
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