Weather in October in Shikoku
Planning a journey to Shikoku this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Shikoku in October?
Shikoku is a region in Japan. October in Shikoku generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Kōchi at 17°C to warm in Matsuyama at 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Matsuyama and 8°C in Kōchi.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Matsuyama with an average of 138 mm to heavy rainfall in Kōchi with 164 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 178 hours of sunlight anticipated in Matsuyama. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For specific regional insights in Shikoku for October, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Shikoku climate page.
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What is the weather like in October for the 3 most popular destinations in Shikoku?
Matsuyama
In October Matsuyama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Takamatsu
In October Takamatsu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kōchi
In October Kōchi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is October the best time to visit Shikoku?
We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Shikoku with overall pleasant weather in Matsuyama. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Matsuyama. In contrast, January, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.
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