Iwate Weather in October

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

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Morioka Hachimantai Hanamaki Shizukuishi

Planning a getaway to Iwate, Japan this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Iwate in October

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Morioka at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Ichinoseki at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Ichinoseki and 7°C (45°F) in Morioka.

For a closer look at conditions across Iwate, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Morioka with an average of 121 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Kamaishi with 167 mm (6.6 in).

Explore Iwate by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Iwate — and find the best time to visit. (based on Morioka)

January0°C (32°F) February1°C (34°F) March5°C (41°F) April12°C (54°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Iwate in October

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

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 Iwate

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

Temperature range in Iwate (October)

Precipitation variation in Iwate (October)

Morioka

In October Morioka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Morioka →

Hachimantai

In October Hachimantai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
162 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
160 mm (6.3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Hachimantai →

Hanamaki

In October Hanamaki generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
18 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Hanamaki →

Shizukuishi

In October Shizukuishi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Shizukuishi →

Ichinoseki

In October Ichinoseki generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Morioka 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Hachimantai 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Hanamaki 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Shizukuishi 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Ichinoseki 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Kitakami 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 127 mm (5 in)

Iwate weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Iwate, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Morioka average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Iwate, Japan during October range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Morioka.

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

Yes, October tends to be a wetter month in Iwate, Japan. Average rainfall in Morioka sits around 121 mm (4.8 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Iwate, Japan?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Iwate, Japan due to the typically unpleasant weather in Morioka.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Morioka. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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