When to visit
Osaka?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Osaka
Osaka Prefecture · Japan

The best time to visit Osaka is April, May, November, when the weather, flight prices, and crowds align.consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
59

Mixed climate

🌧Rainy

Temperature
19–26°C
Pleasant nights
Feels like
20–29°C
Slightly humid
Precipitation
229mm
Torrential rain · 14 days
Sunshine
7.2h
Mostly cloudy
Humidity (%)
78%
Slightly humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
85
Shoulder season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun85JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score282841686859382456677140
ClimateColdColdColdCool & rainyRainyRainyHot & rainyHot & rainyRainyRainyMildCold
Temperature1–9°C1–10°C4–14°C10–19°C14–23°C19–26°C24–30°C25–32°C22–29°C14–23°C9–17°C3–11°C
Feels like-3–5°C-2–6°C1–11°C7–18°C14–24°C20–29°C28–35°C29–37°C24–31°C14–23°C7–16°C0–8°C
Precipitation59mm
7 days
62mm
7 days
115mm
10 days
156mm
11 days
176mm
9 days
229mm
14 days
252mm
17 days
168mm
12 days
218mm
14 days
178mm
10 days
84mm
7 days
60mm
6 days
Sunshine7.6h
☀︎ 75%
7.9h
☀︎ 72%
8.5h
☀︎ 71%
8.5h
☀︎ 65%
8.9h
☀︎ 64%
7.2h
☀︎ 50%
8.2h
☀︎ 57%
10.6h
☀︎ 79%
8.0h
☀︎ 65%
8.1h
☀︎ 72%
7.8h
☀︎ 75%
7.7h
☀︎ 78%
WindNW · 22 km/hNW · 22 km/hNW · 22 km/hNW · 23 km/hW · 21 km/hW · 21 km/hSW · 22 km/hW · 22 km/hNE · 20 km/hN · 20 km/hN · 18 km/hNW · 20 km/h
Humidity (%)74%72%72%73%73%78%81%75%77%76%77%74%
Day length10.1h10.9h12.0h13.1h14.0h14.4h14.2h13.4h12.4h11.3h10.4h9.9h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tenjin Matsuri
Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri
Midosuji Illumination
Osaka Castle Cherry Blossom Viewing
Osaka Light Festival (Osaka Hikari Renaissance)
Sumo Grand Tournament (Osaka Basho)
Toka Ebisu Festival
Universal Studios Japan Halloween Horror Nights
Events & Festivals
  • Tenjin MatsurifestivalSignature event
    July· 500k+ visitors

    Experience one of Japan's top three festivals, held annually on July 24-25, featuring land and river processions and a s…

  • Kishiwada Danjiri Matsurifestival
    September· 50k+ visitors

    Witness the thrilling Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri, a dynamic festival held in mid-September known for its massive, fast-mo…

  • Midosuji Illuminationcultural
    November, December· 50k+ visitors

    Stroll along Midosuji Avenue to admire one of the world's longest illuminated streets, running from early November to la…

  • Osaka Castle Cherry Blossom Viewingnature
    March, April· 50k+ visitors

    Witness the stunning cherry blossoms around Osaka Castle, typically peaking from late March to early April. The mild spr…

  • Osaka Light Festival (Osaka Hikari Renaissance)cultural
    December· 50k+ visitors

    Marvel at the stunning winter illuminations of the Osaka Light Festival, particularly the Hikari Renaissance event in De…

  • Sumo Grand Tournament (Osaka Basho)sports
    March· 50k+ visitors

    Witness the ancient sport of sumo at the Osaka Basho, held annually in March. The cool, pleasant spring weather makes it…

  • Toka Ebisu Festivalreligious
    January· 50k+ visitors

    Visit Imamiya Ebisu Shrine for the Toka Ebisu Festival, held annually from January 9-11, to pray for business prosperity…

  • Universal Studios Japan Halloween Horror Nightsfestival
    September, October, November· 50k+ visitors

    Experience thrilling scares at Universal Studios Japan's Halloween Horror Nights, running from early September to early…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Osaka?

The best time to visit Osaka is April, November, May, October, with temperatures between 9 °C and 23 °C. The best month is April. April is shoulder season.

What is the weather like in Osaka?

Osaka has a climate with an overall score of 4.9/10. Annual temperatures range from 1 °C to 32 °C.

What is the hottest month in Osaka?

The hottest month in Osaka is August, with average highs of 32 °C and lows of 25 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Osaka?

The rainiest month in Osaka is July, with an average of 252 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Osaka?

Peak season in Osaka is March, May, July, August, September, October, November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Osaka?

Shoulder season in Osaka falls in April, June. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.