Tokyo · Japan
October
Autumn colours begin and the heat finally breaks — the best weather month, growing crowds.
Best match
#2 of 12 months
October is one of the best times to visit Tokyo.
Climate
High
22.4°C
Low
14.8°C
Rain
197mm
Sun
5.5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How October scores in Tokyo
Weather
Very good
Value
Good
Crowds
Above average
Events
Very good
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in October
- ↑Autumn koyo (foliage) begins arriving late October: Shinjuku Gyoen and Rikugien extraordinary
- ↑Perfect temperature for long walking days: 22°C with low humidity
- ↑Tokyo Marathon energy throughout the city in early October
What you sacrifice
- ↓Rainfall still relatively high at 197mm — not as clear as spring
- ↓Autumn foliage crowds building by mid-month, especially at popular spots
- ↓Increasing international tourist numbers as "second cherry blossom season" reputation grows
How October compares to November (best month)
| Factor | October | November ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 7 | 8 |
| Value | 6 | 5 |
| Crowds | 5 | 4 |
October in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Tokyo, not across destinations. Methodology →