Kyoto in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Kyoto (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 22.3°C and lows of 13.2°C, with around 413.9mm of rain across the season (29 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the northern hemisphere, autumn in Kyoto covers September, October, November.
Autumn in Kyoto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 28.3°C | 20.6°C | 193.0mm | 15 | 9/10 |
| October | 21.7°C | 12.2°C | 139.6mm | 8 | 9/10 |
| November | 16.9°C | 6.9°C | 81.3mm | 6 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Kyoto in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Kyoto?
Autumn in Kyoto rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 22.3°C with 413.9mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Kyoto in autumn?
Daytime highs average 22.3°C (72.1°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 13.2°C.
What months are autumn in Kyoto?
Kyoto is in the northern hemisphere, so autumn covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Kyoto · Kyoto annual climate · Kyoto in spring · Kyoto in summer · Kyoto in winter
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Autumn in Kyoto — what to pack
Thermal travel layers
Pack proper layers — winters are genuinely cold and evenings drop fast year-round.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.