Average weather for Nikkō in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Nikkō with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 12°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Nikkō with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 11°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 16°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Nikkō is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In October, there is an average of 216 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Nikkō in October |
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16°C | 21°C | |
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20°C | 26°C | |
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12°C | -5°C | |
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216 mm | 119 mm | |
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11 days | 13 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 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.
Is October a good time to visit Nikkō?
Looking for sun and warm weather? October isn’t a good month to be in Nikkō. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
The typhoon season in Nikkō runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2016, Nikkō reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Nikkō
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Nikkō, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Nikkō
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Nikkō, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Nikkō.
Daily UV index in October in Nikkō
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Nikkō, 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.
Temperature in October in Nikkō over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Nikkō, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Nikkō over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Nikkō, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in October for Nikkō
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Nikkō. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Nikkō by month
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