Monthly climate guide
Kumamoto weather in October
October in Kumamoto is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (72°F) and night-time lows near 14°C (57°F). The month usually brings about 135 mm of rain (wet) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C cooler than September and 5°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Just 140 km apart, but Kumamoto runs about 2°C cooler than Kagoshima this month.
- It cools down fast from here: November is about 5°C cooler.
- October brings mid-autumn to Kumamoto.
Avg high
22°C
72°F
Avg low
14°C
57°F
Rainfall
135 mm
wet
Humidity
82%
relative
Sky
54%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Kumamoto weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 33°F | 64 mm | 80% | 65% |
| February | 10°C / 51°F | 1°C / 35°F | 101 mm | 79% | 65% |
| March | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 40°F | 125 mm | 78% | 61% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 48°F | 152 mm | 78% | 62% |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 56°F | 159 mm | 78% | 66% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 18°C / 65°F | 437 mm | 85% | 83% |
| July | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 423 mm | 85% | 72% |
| August | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 74°F | 238 mm | 83% | 62% |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 67°F | 233 mm | 84% | 67% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 135 mm | 82% | 54% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 8°C / 47°F | 93 mm | 82% | 56% |
| December | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 37°F | 80 mm | 80% | 64% |
What to pack for October
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is October a good time to visit Kumamoto?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Kumamoto →Other Japan cities in October
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Kumamoto in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Kumamoto?
Yes. October is one of the best months for Kumamoto, with highs around 22°C and about 135 mm of rain.
How warm is Kumamoto in October?
Average highs are about 22°C (72°F) and average lows about 14°C (57°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Kumamoto in October?
Kumamoto typically gets around 135 mm of rain in October — wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Kumamoto (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.