October · Autumn · Humid subtropical — hot, sticky summers and cool, dry winters.
What to pack for Tokyo in October
Crisp, sunny winters and a sticky, humid summer. June brings the tsuyu rainy season; August regularly feels above 35 °C; late September into October is typhoon season.
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Climate at a glance · October
- Avg high
- 22°C · 72°F
- Avg low
- 16°C · 60°F
- Rain days
- 10
- Daylight
- 11h
Pack for Tokyo in October
Anchored on Tokyo's October climate.
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Local quirks & hazards
- Tsuyu (rainy season) through June into mid-July — daily drizzle and near-100% humidity.
- Summer heat and humidity: felt temperatures past 35 °C; heatstroke warnings are common.
- Typhoon season peaks September–October — expect occasional transit disruption.
- Huge daily step counts on hard pavement and station stairs.
Dress & culture in Tokyo
- Shoes come off in homes, ryokan, temples and some restaurants — slip-ons and clean socks help.
- Neat, understated dress is the norm; very revealing outfits stand out at shrines and temples.
- Cool-touch fabrics and a small towel (tenugui) are what locals carry in summer.
Leave at home
- Heavy denim in July–August — it never dries in the humidity.
- Lace-up boots you'd need to untie at every temple door.
Tokyo month by month
Average high / low and rainy days. Helpful for planning a trip outside this month.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10°C · 50°F | 3°C · 37°F | 5 |
| Feb | 11°C · 52°F | 3°C · 37°F | 6 |
| Mar | 14°C · 57°F | 6°C · 43°F | 10 |
| Apr | 19°C · 67°F | 11°C · 51°F | 10 |
| May | 24°C · 74°F | 16°C · 60°F | 11 |
| Jun | 26°C · 79°F | 19°C · 67°F | 13 |
| Jul | 30°C · 86°F | 23°C · 74°F | 11 |
| Aug | 32°C · 89°F | 25°C · 76°F | 8 |
| Sep | 28°C · 82°F | 21°C · 70°F | 11 |
| Oct | 22°C · 72°F | 16°C · 60°F | 10 |
| Nov | 17°C · 63°F | 10°C · 50°F | 7 |
| Dec | 12°C · 54°F | 5°C · 41°F | 5 |