Yamagata Weather in October

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

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Zao Onsen Tsuruoka Yamagata Tendo

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

What to Expect in Yamagata in October

Yamagata, Japan is a region in Japan. October in Yamagata generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Zao Onsen.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yamagata with an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Tsuruoka with 203 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Zao Onsen receives about 152 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 Yamagata in October

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

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 Yamagata

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

Temperature range in Yamagata (October)

Precipitation variation in Yamagata (October)

Zao Onsen

In October Zao Onsen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
127 hours
152 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
128 mm (5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Zao Onsen →

Tsuruoka

In October Tsuruoka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
203 mm (8 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
24 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Tsuruoka →

Yamagata

In October Yamagata generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high 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
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
127 hours
152 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Yamagata →

Tendo

In October Tendo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
127 hours
152 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
127 mm (5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Tendo →

Kaminoyama

In October Kaminoyama generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high 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
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
127 hours
152 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kaminoyama →

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

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zao Onsen 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Tsuruoka 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 203 mm (8 in)
Yamagata 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Tendo 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Kaminoyama 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Yonezawa 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)

Yamagata weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Yamagata, Japan in October. The popular destination of Zao Onsen averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

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

In Zao Onsen, the average daytime high in October is 18°C (64°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

Yamagata, Japan sees substantial rainfall in October. Zao Onsen typically averages about 128 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Yamagata, Japan?

In our opinion, October is a good time to visit Yamagata, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Zao Onsen. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Yamagata, Japan is in May with generally perfect weather in Zao Onsen. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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