Kumamoto Weather in October

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

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Kumamoto Minamioguni Aso Hitoyoshi

Are you planning a trip a to Kumamoto, Japan in October and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Kumamoto in October

Kumamoto, Japan is a region in Japan. October in Kumamoto generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Minamioguni to 25°C (77°F) in Kami Amakusa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Kami Amakusa and 12°C (54°F) in Minamioguni.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kumamoto with an average of 99 mm (3.9 in) to high rainfall in Takamori with 113 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kumamoto receives about 189 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 Kumamoto in October

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

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 Kumamoto

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

Temperature range in Kumamoto (October)

Precipitation variation in Kumamoto (October)

Kumamoto

In October Kumamoto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
189 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Kumamoto →

Minamioguni

In October Minamioguni generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
189 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Minamioguni →

Aso

In October Aso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
189 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Aso →

Hitoyoshi

In October Hitoyoshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
29°C (84°F)
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
189 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
202 mm (8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hitoyoshi →

Minami Aso

In October Minami Aso generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
189 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Minami Aso →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kumamoto 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Minamioguni 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Aso 23°C (73°F) 11°C (52°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Hitoyoshi 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Minami Aso 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Yatsushiro 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

Kumamoto weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Kumamoto, Japan in October. The popular destination of Kumamoto averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

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

In Kumamoto, the average daytime high in October is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F).

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

Not particularly. Kumamoto averages just 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain in October, making it a mostly dry month for Kumamoto, Japan.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Kumamoto, Japan?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Kumamoto, Japan with overall perfect weather in Kumamoto. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Kumamoto, Japan is in October with generally perfect weather in Kumamoto. On the other hand, the weather in February, June and July tend to be poor.

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