Monthly climate guide
Matsumoto weather in October
October in Matsumoto is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 16°C (61°F) and night-time lows near 6°C (43°F). The month usually brings about 160 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 6°C cooler than September and 6°C warmer than November.
What stands out in October
- Rain is above Matsumoto's usual level, by about 46%.
- It cools down fast from here: November is about 6°C cooler.
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Matsumoto.
- Just 100 km apart, but Matsumoto runs about 3°C cooler than Maebashi this month.
Avg high
16°C
61°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
160 mm
very wet
Humidity
84%
relative
Sky
66%
cloud · often cloudy
Matsumoto weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 31°F | -9°C / 15°F | 39 mm | 87% | 76% |
| February | 2°C / 35°F | -9°C / 17°F | 44 mm | 84% | 72% |
| March | 6°C / 43°F | -4°C / 24°F | 79 mm | 80% | 68% |
| April | 12°C / 54°F | 0°C / 32°F | 92 mm | 76% | 64% |
| May | 19°C / 65°F | 7°C / 44°F | 99 mm | 73% | 64% |
| June | 21°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 153 mm | 79% | 78% |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 61°F | 198 mm | 82% | 78% |
| August | 26°C / 79°F | 17°C / 63°F | 158 mm | 82% | 69% |
| September | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 199 mm | 83% | 71% |
| October | 16°C / 61°F | 6°C / 43°F | 160 mm | 84% | 66% |
| November | 10°C / 50°F | 0°C / 32°F | 55 mm | 85% | 67% |
| December | 3°C / 37°F | -5°C / 22°F | 39 mm | 86% | 75% |
What to pack for October
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is October a good time to visit Matsumoto?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Matsumoto →Other Japan cities in October
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Matsumoto in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Matsumoto?
Yes. October is one of the best months for Matsumoto, with highs around 16°C and about 160 mm of rain.
How warm is Matsumoto in October?
Average highs are about 16°C (61°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Matsumoto in October?
Matsumoto typically gets around 160 mm of rain in October — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Matsumoto (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.