Nara Weather in October

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

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Sakurai Yoshino Asuka Kashiba

Planning a journey to Nara, 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 Nara in October

Nara, Japan is a region in Japan. October in Nara generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Yoshino at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Sango at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Sango and 12°C (54°F) in Yoshino.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Sango with an average of 160 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Yoshino with 213 mm (8.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Sakurai as an example - it receives around 163 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Nara by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nara - and find the best time to visit. (based on Sakurai)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) July31°C (88°F) This monthAugust32°C (90°F) September28°C (82°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nara in October

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

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 Nara

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

Temperature range in Nara (October)

Precipitation variation in Nara (October)

Sakurai

In October Sakurai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
163 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Sakurai →

Yoshino

In October Yoshino generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
163 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
245 mm (9.6 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
Climate in Yoshino →

Asuka

In October Asuka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
163 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Asuka →

Kashiba

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
179 mm (7 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
Climate in Kashiba →

Kashihara

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

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
156 hours
163 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
194 mm (7.6 in)
177 mm (7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
Climate in Kashihara →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sakurai 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 181 mm (7.1 in)
Yoshino 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Asuka 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Kashiba 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Kashihara 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Sango 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)

Nara weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

October in Nara, Japan brings good weather. In Sakurai, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

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

Sakurai averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in October, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Nara, Japan, with Sakurai averaging around 181 mm (7.1 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Nara, Japan?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Sakurai, October might be a good time to visit Nara, Japan. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Nara, Japan is in May with generally very good weather in Sakurai. The weather in January, February, March and July, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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