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7-day Japan Weather Forecast for Tokyo, Osaka, and Hokkaido: Plan & Pack Right for Your Trip

7-day Japan Weather Forecast for Tokyo, Osaka, and Hokkaido: Plan & Pack Right for Your Trip

Last updated: 30 September 2024

To make sure you're well-prepared for your trip to Japan, let's dive into this week's weather forecast for Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and other parts of Japan. We'll provide a variety of tips to help you pack wisely for the season and plan your itinerary.

(Forecast information displayed is as of 5 AM JST on September 16, 2024.)

Table of Contents
  1. Tokyo 7-day forecast (September 30-October 6)
  2. What to do in October
  3. Japan 7-day forecast (September 30-October 6)
  4. No current typhoon warnings issued for Tokyo
  5. 7-day forecast for Sapporo (Northern Japan )
  6. 7-day forecast for Sendai (Northeastern Japan)
  7. 7-day forecast for Osaka (Central Japan)
  8. 7-day forecast for Fukuoka (Kyushu)
  9. 7-day forecast for Naha (Okinawa)
  10. This week's recommended tours & activities

Tokyo 7-day forecast (September 30-October 6)

Tokyo 7-day forecast (September 30-October 6)

The upcoming week in Tokyo will generally be cloudy with occasional clear skies. Temperatures will range from lows around 19°C (66°F) to highs near 31°C (88°F).

Early in the week, expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures hovering between 21°C (70°F) and 30°C (86°F). Midweek, there will be some scattered showers, so keep an umbrella handy. The latter part of the week sees temperatures peaking around 31°C (88°F), with continued cloud cover.

Given the varied weather, it's best to pack light layers such as t-shirts and a light jacket. An umbrella or waterproof jacket would also be useful for those occasional showers.

What clothes should you pack for Tokyo in October?
  • Short-sleeved shirts and a light, waterproof jacket or umbrella for rainy days; long-sleeved shirt you can layer for evenings
  • Light jeans, slacks, or shorts
  • Comfortable sneakers or walking shoes are recommended

What to do in October

Japan 7-day forecast (September 30-October 6)

Japan 7-day forecast (September 30-October 6)

This week, Japan's weather will be influenced by Typhoon Krathon and a low-pressure system moving through the Sea of Okhotsk. From October 2nd to 4th, high pressure will shift from the Yellow Sea to east of the Kuril Islands. Expect a trough of low pressure around Japan from October 5th to 6th.

Okinawa may experience strong winds and rough seas from Typhoon Krathon between October 2nd and 4th, with the potential for heavy rain and high tides. Northern Kyushu, southern Kyushu, and Amami regions could see rough seas around October 4th, depending on the typhoon's path. The weather might become stormy nationwide thereafter.

No current typhoon warnings issued for Tokyo

No current typhoon warnings issued for Tokyo

No typhoon warnings have been issued for mainland Japan this week. Okinawa may experience strong winds and rough seas from Typhoon Krathon between October 2nd and 4th, with the potential for heavy rain and high tides.

During a typhoon, transit delays and cancelations can be expected. Be sure to stay updated on the latest weather and flight information. For real-time updates on railways and airports, visit LIVE JAPAN's transport information page.

What to do in Japan when it's raining? Check these articles out for ideas!

7-day forecast for Sapporo (Northern Japan )

The upcoming week in Sapporo will feature a mix of partly cloudy and cloudy skies, with occasional scattered showers. Temperatures will generally range from lows around 12°C to 17°C (54°F to 63°F) and highs between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F).

Early in the week, you can expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in the morning and reaching up to 25°C (77°F) during the day. Midweek, scattered showers will become more frequent, with temperatures hovering between 14°C (57°F) and 22°C (72°F). The weekend continues with cloudy skies and occasional showers, with temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 24°C (75°F).

7-day forecast for Sendai (Northeastern Japan)

This week in Sendai will mostly be cloudy with occasional scattered showers. Temperatures will range from lows around 16°C to 23°C (61°F to 73°F) and highs between 22°C and 29°C (72°F to 84°F).

Early in the week, expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in the morning and reaching up to 24°C (75°F) during the day. Midweek, temperatures will climb a bit, peaking around 29°C (84°F), but be prepared for some scattered showers. The latter part of the week continues with cloudy skies and temperatures ranging from 18°C to 27°C (64°F to 81°F).

7-day forecast for Osaka (Central Japan)

This week in Osaka will see a mix of cloudy skies and occasional scattered showers. Temperatures will range from lows around 23°C to 26°C (73°F to 79°F) and highs between 29°C and 31°C (84°F to 88°F).

Early in the week, expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in the morning and reaching up to 30°C (86°F) during the day. Midweek, the temperatures will be slightly higher, hovering around 31°C (88°F), with occasional showers. The weekend will continue with mostly cloudy skies and scattered showers, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 31°C (75°F to 88°F).

7-day forecast for Fukuoka (Kyushu)

Fukuoka's weather this week will feature a mix of partly cloudy skies and occasional scattered showers. Temperatures will range from lows around 19°C to 24°C (66°F to 75°F) and highs between 26°C and 31°C (79°F to 88°F).

Early in the week, expect partly cloudy skies with temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in the morning, reaching up to 31°C (88°F) during the day. Midweek, the weather will turn cloudier with occasional showers, and temperatures will be slightly cooler, ranging from 19°C to 26°C (66°F to 79°F). The weekend will continue with mostly cloudy skies and occasional showers, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 30°C (72°F to 86°F).

7-day forecast for Naha (Okinawa)

Naha will experience cloudy skies with frequent scattered showers throughout the week. Temperatures will range from lows around 25°C to 26°C (77°F to 79°F) and highs between 29°C and 31°C (84°F to 88°F).

Early in the week, expect frequent showers with temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in the morning, reaching up to 31°C (88°F) during the day. Midweek and the weekend will continue with mostly cloudy skies and scattered showers, with temperatures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F).

This week's recommended tours & activities

Japan weather-related resources (Japan Meteorological Agency)

Forecast text was AI-generated, then human-edited. Source for forecast and images: Japan Meteorological Agency website, www.jma.go.jp

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