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Kyoto in October

A great time to visit. The best months for Kyoto are April, May, October and November. In October, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

A great time to visit.
Avg temp
19°C
Rainfall
152 mm
Crowds
Ideal
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In October, Kyoto is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options. Average temperatures sit around 19°C with about 152mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Kyoto in October

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Kyoto Prefecture
Kyoto Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located in the Kansai region of Honshu. It has a population of 2.58 million and has a geographic area of 4,612 square kilometres (1,781 s
Agency for Cultural Affairs
The Agency for Cultural Affairs is a special body of the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). It was set up in 1968 to promote Japanese
Heian Jogakuin University
Heian Jogakuin University also known at St. Agnes' University, is a private women's college with campuses in Kyoto, Kyoto and Takatsuki, Osaka in Japan.
Kyoto International School
Kyoto International School (KIS), formerly Kyoto Christian Day School, is an international school in Kyoto, Japan, founded in 1957. It serves students from 3 to 16 years old. The s
Itsukushima Shrine (Kyoto)
Itsukushima Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Kyoto, Japan.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden is a 65-hectare national garden of Japan that was established after the Japanese capital was transferred from Kyoto to Tokyo. It is situated around the

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Kyoto in October: FAQ

Is October a good time to visit Kyoto?+

A great time to visit. Kyoto's best months are generally April, May, October and November.

What is the weather like in Kyoto in October?+

Expect average temperatures around 19°C. Rainfall averages about 152mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What should I pack for Kyoto in October?+

Based on the typical October weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; expect frequent rain, so bring a waterproof and plan some indoor options.

What is there to do in Kyoto in October?+

Popular things to do include Kyoto Prefecture, Agency for Cultural Affairs, Heian Jogakuin University and Kyoto International School. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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