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Otaru Weather in October

In Otaru, October brings moderate daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Otaru in October

Typically around 20 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 120 mm (4.7 in) for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Otaru in October

October in Otaru brings typical temperatures with highs around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 8°C (46°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Otaru in October

The city usually sees around 153 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Otaru Temperature in October

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm (4.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 153 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sapporo, Japan (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in October

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Otaru in October

Pack for changing conditions in Otaru in October. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Otaru in October

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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