Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
Shika Weather in October
Thinking of visiting Shika in October? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 21°C (70°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Rainfall in Shika in October
Rain is expected on roughly 19 days, totalling around 157 mm (6.2 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.
Temperature in Shika in October
Shika in October gets highs of 21°C (70°F) during the day and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.
Sunshine in Shika in October
You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 138 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Shika Temperature in October
Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
157 mm (6.2 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
138 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
41% *
* Data from: Wajima, Japan (37 KM, 23 Miles).
Shika Weather by Month
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Best Places in Japan in October
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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).
What to Wear in Shika in October
For Shika in October, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
What To Do in Shika in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming6/10 -
Camping6/10
Shika 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Naha
28°C (82°F) Osaka
24°C (75°F) Kyoto23°C (73°F) Tokyo23°C (73°F) Hakone21°C (70°F) Hakuba17°C (63°F) Sapporo16°C (61°F) Niseko15°C (59°F) Bucket list
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