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.
With daytime temperatures of 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows of 8°C (46°F), October in Yamanouchi brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 159 mm (6.3 in) falls on average.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, May typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Yamanouchi typically drop from around 22°C (72°F) at the start of October to approximately 16°C (61°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 15°C (59°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Yamanouchi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 49 years of weather records for Yamanouchi, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in October →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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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.
Walk the 88 temple circuit
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The famous bamboo forests of Arashiyama
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