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Otaru weather in October

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Otaru October weather at a glance

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In October, Otaru averages 12.5°C, with typical highs of 15.8°C and lows of 9.2°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 72% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in October, it is 2.5°C cooler than Seoul, with 4 more wet days.

Otaru October temperature & humidity

Average12.5°CHigh 15.8° / low 9.2°
Humidity72%
Wet days14 days45% of days
Day–night range6.6°

Otaru October rain & wet days

Wet days14 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days45%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Otaru in October

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Rain is frequent at roughly 14 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 15.8°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9.2°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve topsRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrella
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Otaru October sunrise & sunset times

2026 October · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th05:49
Sunset on the 15th16:54
Daylight duration11h 5m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-10-0105:3317:1811h 45m
2026-10-1505:4916:5411h 5m
2026-10-3106:0916:3010h 21m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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October weather by year

October 202413.4°12 wet days, 72% humidity
October 202511.6°16 wet days, 71% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

124°16°
222°15°
324°16°
426°16°
524°18°
618°13°
718°9°
820°14°1.6mm
913°9°4.4mm
1014°8°1.2mm
1114°10°
1217°9°1.1mm
1315°10°
1414°8°
1513°9°
1618°8°
1715°11°3.5mm
1814°11°16mm
1911°8°1.9mm
209°4°5.9mm
219°3°1.1mm
229°5°1.7mm
239°4°3.1mm
248°3°4.6mm
2512°5°
2615°6°13mm
2713°4°12mm
286°3°3.6mm
299°3°
3013°5°
3113°10°3mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Otaru weather like in October?

In October, Otaru averages 12.5°C, with typical highs of 15.8°C and lows of 9.2°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 72% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Otaru in October?

There are about 14 wet days in October. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Otaru in October?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Rain is frequent at roughly 14 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Otaru?

Recent weather data rates June, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Otaru weather in October in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Otaru in October?

On 2026-10-15, calculated sunrise is 05:49 and sunset is 16:54 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations