Verdict: Excellent month
Nara Weather in October
October hits the sweet spot in Nara — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 10 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, October is one of the best months of the year to be in Nara.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
13°C / 55°F
Rain days
~10
Precipitation
159 mm
What to pack for Nara in October
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
October against the rest of the year
Warmest in Nara: Aug (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Jan (9°C / 48°F) · Wettest: Jul (~17 rain days)
9°
0°
Jan
10°
1°
Feb
15°
4°
Mar
19°
9°
Apr
23°
13°
May
27°
18°
Jun
30°
23°
Jul
32°
24°
Aug
29°
21°
Sep
22°
13°
Oct
17°
8°
Nov
11°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)