City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, October, April
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Osaka for a city trip is May, October, April, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Osaka
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 38Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 4° | 44 |
February | 36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 5° | 60 |
March | 42Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 8° | 106 |
April | 79Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 13° | 114 |
May | 86Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 131 |
June | 67Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 22° | 202 |
July | 33Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 20Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 26° | 205 |
August | 30Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 118 |
September | 59Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 24° | 170 |
October | 86Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 18° | 118 |
November | 75Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 61 |
December | 40Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 6° | 45 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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