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Tokyo in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Tokyo in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Tokyo, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Tokyo in October 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Comfortable water
If you plan to visit Tokyo in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +22°C during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 17 rainy days in the month and around 233 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+22°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
233 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tokyo has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Tokyo in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tokyo for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +28°C during the day to a minimum of +13°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +22°C.

Is Tokyo warm or cold in October?

Tokyo is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +27°C to +22°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +21°C to +15°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Tokyo:

Water temperature in Tokyo in October

Water in Tokyo in October is Comfortable. It varies from +21°C to +24°C, with an average of +22°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +22°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Tokyo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.

Can you swim in Tokyo in October?

The water in Tokyo in October is pretty comfortable (+22°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Tokyo in October

Tokyo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+27°C+22°C+17°C
Min. temperature
+12°C+4°C+1°C
Max. temperature
+37°C+31°C+26°C
Rainfall
233 mm233 mm122 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+25°C+22°C+20°C
Humidity
74%68%62%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1015 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
247
Cloudy days
899
Rainy days
181714
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +27°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +22°C. The rainfall amount in October stays the same as in the previous month with a 233 mm of total precipitation. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 68%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 2 to 4.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Tokyo in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Tokyo is gradually decreasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Tokyo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 239 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 69 mm, which is considered heavy rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Tokyo, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Tokyo wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 233 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 69 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Tokyo?

This is the weather in Tokyo in October 2023:
1 October
☁️
+28°C
2 October
☁️
+27°C
3 October
☁️
+28°C
4 October
🌧️
+20°C
5 October
☀️
+26°C
6 October
☀️
+26°C
7 October
☀️
+25°C
8 October
🌧️
+22°C
9 October
🌫️
+19°C
10 October
☁️
+26°C
11 October
☁️
+25°C
12 October
☀️
+24°C
13 October
☀️
+24°C
14 October
☁️
+23°C
15 October
☀️
+18°C
16 October
☀️
+26°C
17 October
☀️
+26°C
18 October
☁️
+25°C
19 October
☀️
+26°C
20 October
☁️
+27°C
21 October
☁️
+22°C
22 October
☁️
+20°C
23 October
☀️
+24°C
24 October
☁️
+23°C
25 October
☁️
+22°C
26 October
☀️
+25°C
27 October
☀️
+24°C
28 October
☀️
+22°C
29 October
☀️
+21°C
30 October
☀️
+22°C
31 October
☁️
+22°C
In October 2023 Tokyo had 15 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +28°C and a minimum of +18°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Tokyo climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Tokyo in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+18°C) and the highest in 2023 (+22°C). The driest year was 1984 with only 896 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 5634 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tokyo in October:

Is October a good time to visit Tokyo?

It’s always a good time to visit Tokyo, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Tokyo in October?

October has mild temperatures in Tokyo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Tokyo in October?

Yes, the water temperature in Tokyo in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +22°C.

Is Tokyo rainy in October?

Tokyo is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Tokyo in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tokyo in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Japan

Check out the weather for other cities in Japan.

Monthly weather in Tokyo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tokyo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.