Kyoto vs Osaka

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Osaka edges ahead as the better destination in September. Osaka offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 12 rain days, while Kyoto sees 8 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Kyoto sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Osaka is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Osaka is the stronger choice in September. Osaka receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Kyoto reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Osaka averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 21°C (70°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 September.

Kyoto receives approximately 192 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Osaka sees 168 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 1 rain day and 24 mm of total precipitation.

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