Tokyo vs Osaka

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.

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

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.

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.

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

Osaka sees 156 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 3 rain days and 52 mm of total precipitation.

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