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Kii Peninsula Weather in October

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

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Nara Wakayama Matsuzaka Taiji

Planning a journey to the Kii Peninsula, 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 the Kii Peninsula in October

The Kii Peninsula, Japan is a region in Japan. October in the Kii Peninsula generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Nara.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Nara with an average of 158 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Taiji with 305 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Nara gets around 163 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in the Kii Peninsula in October

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

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 the Kii Peninsula

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

Temperature range in the Kii Peninsula (October)

Precipitation variation in the Kii Peninsula (October)

Nara

In October Nara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
163 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nara →

Wakayama

In October Wakayama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
164 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Wakayama →

Matsuzaka

In October Matsuzaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Matsuzaka →

Taiji

In October Taiji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
335 mm (13 in)
305 mm (12 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Taiji →

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

Popular cities in October

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Kii Peninsula in October.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nara 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Wakayama 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Matsuzaka 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)
Taiji 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 305 mm (12 in)

The Kii Peninsula weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in October?

October in the Kii Peninsula, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Nara, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in October?

Average temperatures in the Kii Peninsula, Japan during October range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Nara.

Does the Kii Peninsula, Japan get a lot of rain in October?

the Kii Peninsula, Japan sees substantial rainfall in October. Nara typically averages about 158 mm (6.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to the Kii Peninsula, Japan. Typically, the climate in Nara is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Kii Peninsula, Japan is in April, May, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Nara. The weather in January, February and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Kii Peninsula.

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