Peak score
8.4/10
Best months in Osaka, Japan
Best Time to Visit Osaka, Japan
Climate guide for Osaka, Japan — updated 2026
Travel window May, June, October, November Peak: May · 8.4/10 climate score
Months to avoid January, February, July, August
Osaka on the map · best months to visit
Osaka, Japan
- Best monthsMay, June, October, November
- Avoid monthsJanuary, February, July, August
- Visit score now8/10
- Coordinates
- 34.69°, 135.50°
Quick answer
Plan your trip for May, June, October, November. Expect average highs near 22°C, lows near 15°C, and about 10 rainy days a month. Skip January, February, July, August when frequent rain sets in.
Warmest month
32°C
Coldest month
2°C
Wettest month
15d
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
3.8 Jan
3.3 Feb
5 Mar
7.1 Apr
8.4 May
8.3 Jun
4.4 Jul
3.2 Aug
7 Sep
8.4 Oct
7.2 Nov
4.6 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
January
3.8 /10
Poor
9°C / 2°C 6 rainy days Comfort Score: 2.5/10
February
3.3 /10
Poor
10°C / 2°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 2.5/10
March
5 /10
Fair
14°C / 5°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 4.5/10
April
7.1 /10
Great
19°C / 10°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
May Best
8.4 /10
Great
23°C / 15°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
June Best
8.3 /10
Great
27°C / 20°C 13 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
July
4.4 /10
Fair
31°C / 24°C 15 rainy days Comfort Score: 6.1/10
August
3.2 /10
Poor
32°C / 25°C 12 rainy days Comfort Score: 3.3/10
September
7 /10
Great
29°C / 22°C 13 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
October Best
8.4 /10
Great
22°C / 15°C 11 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
November Best
7.2 /10
Great
17°C / 9°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
December
4.6 /10
Fair
11°C / 4°C 6 rainy days Comfort Score: 2.5/10
Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
HighLow
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 9°C / 2°C . Feb: 10°C / 2°C . Mar: 14°C / 5°C . Apr: 19°C / 10°C . May: 23°C / 15°C . Jun: 27°C / 20°C . Jul: 31°C / 24°C . Aug: 32°C / 25°C . Sep: 29°C / 22°C . Oct: 22°C / 15°C . Nov: 17°C / 9°C . Dec: 11°C / 4°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 49 mm. Feb: 60 mm. Mar: 103 mm. Apr: 138 mm. May: 164 mm. Jun: 215 mm. Jul: 222 mm. Aug: 163 mm. Sep: 170 mm. Oct: 171 mm. Nov: 63 mm. Dec: 47 mm.
Season by Season
Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.
Spring
Avg score 6.8/10Mar, Apr, May
Average highs of 19°C (66°F) with 10 rainy days per month. Climate score: 6.8/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Spring.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Summer
Avg score 5.3/10Jun, Jul, Aug
Average highs of 30°C (86°F) with 13 rainy days per month. Climate score: 5.3/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Summer.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Avg score 7.5/10Sep, Oct, Nov
Average highs of 22°C (72°F) with 10 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.5/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Winter
Avg score 3.9/10Dec, Jan, Feb
Average highs of 10°C (50°F) with 6 rainy days per month. Climate score: 3.9/10.
This month falls at the middle of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Osaka are May, June, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.
Consider avoiding January, February, July, August due to frequent rain.
Packing depends on the season. In peak months (May, June, October, November), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.
Yes! May earns a climate score of 8.4/10 and is one of the best months to visit Osaka. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 23.1°C (74°F). Rain falls on about 10 days this month. Sea temperature stays cool at 19.3°C (67°F).
Yes! June earns a climate score of 8.3/10 and is one of the best months to visit Osaka. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.6°C (80°F). Rain falls on about 13 days this month. Sea temperature averages 23.3°C (74°F).