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.
Osaka in September sees very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 21°C (70°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 176 mm (6.9 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, April, May, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Osaka.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Osaka typically drop from around 31°C (88°F) at the start of September to approximately 26°C (79°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Osaka spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Osaka between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during September.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in September →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in September. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). 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
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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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.
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