Osaka vs Kyoto

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Osaka edges ahead as the better destination in June. Osaka offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 13 rain days, while Kyoto sees 8 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.

Osaka sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Kyoto is also comfortable at 26°C.

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

Osaka reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during June. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Kyoto averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 June.

Osaka receives approximately 197 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during June. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Kyoto sees 214 mm over 15 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 2 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.

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