Osaka vs Tokyo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Osaka edges ahead as the better destination in October. Osaka offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Tokyo sees 7 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

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

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

Osaka reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Tokyo averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 14°C (57°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.

Osaka receives approximately 156 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Tokyo sees 208 mm over 13 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 3 rain days and 52 mm of total precipitation.

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