Tokyo vs Kyoto

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 Tokyo sees 7 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

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

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

Tokyo reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Kyoto averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°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 October.

Tokyo receives approximately 208 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Kyoto sees 164 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Kyoto the drier option by 3 rain days and 44 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.