Kamikōchi Weather in October

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

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Matsumoto Takayama

Planning a trip to Kamikōchi, Japan this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kamikōchi in October

Kamikōchi, Japan is a region in Japan. October in Kamikōchi generally has pleasant temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Matsumoto.

For specific regional insights in Kamikōchi, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Takayama with an average of 161 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Matsumoto with 197 mm (7.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Matsumoto receives about 155 hours of sunlight in October, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Kamikōchi in October

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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 Kamikōchi

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

Temperature range in Kamikōchi (October)

Precipitation variation in Kamikōchi (October)

Matsumoto

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
155 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Matsumoto →

Takayama

In October Takayama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy 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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
142 hours
155 hours
141 hours
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Takayama →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kamikōchi, in Japan.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsumoto 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)
Takayama 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)

Kamikōchi weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Kamikōchi, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Matsumoto average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Kamikōchi, Japan during October range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Matsumoto.

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

Rainfall in Kamikōchi, Japan peaks during October. Matsumoto averages roughly 197 mm (7.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Kamikōchi, Japan?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Matsumoto, October may not be the ideal time to visit Kamikōchi, Japan.

Generally speaking, May and August provide pleasant weather in Matsumoto. In contrast, January, February, March, July, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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