JapanThe weather in October in Hokkaido
It's cool to moderate in October in Hokkaido with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 12°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? October isn’t a good month to be in Hokkaido. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in October for Hokkaido, Japan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2022, Hokkaido reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In October, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,2 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Hokkaido
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Hokkaido. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Hokkaido | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 15°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 97 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,2 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Hokkaido with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 9°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 15°C, with nights around 5°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Hokkaido is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Hokkaido, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Hokkaido
Temperature in October in Hokkaido over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Hokkaido, Japan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in October in Hokkaido
Total precipitation in October in Hokkaido over the years
Daily Snowfall in October in Hokkaido
Snowfall in October in Hokkaido per year
Daily UV index in October in Hokkaido
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Hokkaido, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in October in Hokkaido
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Cool temperatures from 8 to 17 degrees and a colorful autumn landscape made the hike ideal. Although the pleasant weather is not suitable for swimming or winter sports, it is ideal for sightseeing and hiking.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Hokkaido by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hokkaido. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.