Kyoto in October
Dry, mild and steadily filling, October is the sensible compromise for anyone who wants autumn Kyoto without November prices.
Is October a good time to visit Kyoto?
October is a middling month in Kyoto — crowds around 74/100. Not the worst, but January is noticeably calmer.
What’s on in October
- Jidai Matsuri and the Kurama Fire Festival (both Oct 22)
Best days in October
Weekdays are almost always calmer than weekends.
Tue is normally the calmest day of the week.
Best hours in October
The daily rhythm, hour by hour.
The 9:00 AM window is usually the calmest of the day.
Weather in October
Typical highs, lows and wet days.
How October compares
Every month in Kyoto, ranked by how calm it is.
Quieter alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
Is October a good month to visit Kyoto?
October is a middling month in Kyoto — crowds around 74/100. Not the worst, but January is noticeably calmer.
How crowded is Kyoto in October?
Kyoto sits at roughly 74/100 in October on our crowd scale, which is 10 points above the yearly average. The quietest month is January.
What is the weather like in Kyoto in October?
Expect highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C in October, with about 9 wet days across the month.