Kyoto vs Osaka

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Kyoto edges ahead as the better destination in October. Kyoto offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Osaka sees 8 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Kyoto sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Osaka is also comfortable at 22°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in October.

Kyoto reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Osaka averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

Kyoto receives approximately 164 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Osaka sees 156 mm over 10 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Humidity also differs: Kyoto averages 65% while Osaka sits at 70%. Osaka will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.