Ishikawa Weather in October

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ishikawa, Japan in October.

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Kanazawa Nanao Komatsu Hakusan

Planning a journey to Ishikawa, Japan this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ishikawa in October

Ishikawa, Japan is a region in Japan. October in Ishikawa generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Kanazawa.

To explore the conditions in Ishikawa, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Wajima with an average of 154 mm (6.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Kaga with 177 mm (7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Kanazawa typically sees 155 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Ishikawa in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ishikawa.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Ishikawa

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Ishikawa, Japan?

Temperature range in Ishikawa (October)

Precipitation variation in Ishikawa (October)

Kanazawa

In October Kanazawa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
155 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
224 mm (8.8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kanazawa →

Nanao

In October Nanao generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
138 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nanao →

Komatsu

In October Komatsu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
155 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
227 mm (8.9 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Komatsu →

Hakusan

In October Hakusan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
155 hours
113 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hakusan →

Wajima

In October Wajima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
138 hours
88 hours
Monthly rainfall
213 mm (8.4 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Wajima →

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Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ishikawa in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kanazawa 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Nanao 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Komatsu 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Hakusan 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Wajima 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Shika 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)

Ishikawa weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ishikawa, Japan in October?

In October, Ishikawa, Japan generally has pleasant weather conditions. Kanazawa sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in Ishikawa, Japan in October?

Daytime temperatures in Kanazawa peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in October, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Ishikawa, Japan get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Kanazawa records an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Ishikawa, Japan.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Ishikawa, Japan?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to Ishikawa, Japan. Typically, the climate in Kanazawa is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and October offering mostly pleasant weather in Kanazawa. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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