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.
Kusatsu Weather in October
During October, Kusatsu experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and cooler nights around 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 160 mm (6.3 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Kusatsu in October
Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see rain, totalling around 160 mm (6.3 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.
Temperature in Kusatsu in October
If you're visiting Kusatsu in October, expect highs of 17°C (63°F) and overnight lows around 8°C (46°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Kusatsu in October
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 155 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May typically offers the best circumstances for Kusatsu.
Kusatsu Temperature in October
Min Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Max Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
160 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Nagano, Japan (34 KM, 21 Miles).
Kusatsu Weather by Month
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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 Kusatsu in October
For Kusatsu 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. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Kusatsu in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10
Kusatsu 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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