At a glance
| Metric | Kyoto | Osaka |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 32°C | 33°C |
| Coldest month low | -1°C | 1°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1829 mm | 1792 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.3 h/day | 8.6 h/day |
| Best months | April–June & October–November | April–May & October–November |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Kyoto | Osaka | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.0 · Poor | 4.8 · Poor | Osaka |
| February | 4.7 · Poor | 5.5 · Fair | Osaka |
| March | 6.4 · Fair | 6.7 · Fair | Osaka |
| April | 8.9 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Osaka |
| May | 8.8 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | Kyoto |
| June | 8.2 · Good | 8.3 · Good | Osaka |
| July | 4.3 · Poor | 4.3 · Poor | — |
| August | 3.9 · Poor | 3.3 · Poor | Kyoto |
| September | 6.4 · Fair | 5.8 · Fair | Kyoto |
| October | 8.9 · Excellent | 9.0 · Excellent | Osaka |
| November | 9.0 · Excellent | 9.5 · Excellent | Osaka |
| December | 5.7 · Fair | 6.4 · Fair | Osaka |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Kyoto or Osaka?
Osaka has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 3 for Kyoto — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
The best months to visit Kyoto are April–June & October–November, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
The best months to visit Osaka are April–May & October–November, based on six years of climate data.
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