Japan Hakodate Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Hakodate is excellent
Hakodate Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 16° / 8°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 10 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Hakodate in October averages a high of 16°C and low of 8°C with 100mm of rain over about 10 days. Light to medium jacket for 16°C / 61°F days, sweater for evenings. Late October evenings drop to 8°C / 46°F — bring fleece + light scarf. Onuma autumn momiji photography: warm layers + comfortable walking shoes + tripod. Mt. Hakodate evening: light winter coat.
October is excellent for Hakodate.
October is Hakodate's autumn peak month — Onuma National Park's autumn momiji hits peak mid-October through early November, Mt. Hakodate summit momiji peaks 1 week earlier than central Hakodate, and the Asaichi market's autumn premium uni + crab + scallop are at year's peak quality. Daytime averages 16°C / 8°C — comfortable but bring layered warm clothing.
Onuma National Park's autumn momiji is the canonical Hokkaido autumn destination — the 12 km flat lake with Mt. Komagatake (1,131m active volcano) + maple foreground + cycling around the lake. Mid-October through early November sees the peak color sequence working from higher elevations downward. The Mt. Komagatake reflection + maple foreground + cycling at dawn is the canonical photo subject. Cycling rental $10-18 half-day at Onuma Station. Onuma rowboat $15-25/hour is the canonical alternative experience.
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Autumn momiji peak — Hokkaido's most photogenic month
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 61°F / 16°C highs and 46°F / 8°C lows. Pacific coastal Hakodate cools quickly toward winter. Rainfall stays at 100mm. Sunrise 5:30 AM, sunset 4:50 PM — daylight shortens rapidly.
October Travel Advice
Onuma autumn momiji peak weeks (mid-October to early November) require hotel booking 6-8 weeks ahead. Mt. Hakodate summit momiji peaks 1 week earlier than central Hakodate. Bring full layered clothing — daytime 16°C drops to 8°C / 46°F evenings.
Flying In from Overseas
Autumn tourism builds — Korean + Taiwanese + Hong Kong travelers chase Hokkaido autumn momiji. Flights from Seoul (2.5h) $400-700, Hong Kong (4.5h) $500-850.
October Pricing Trends
Business hotels $90-150/night October momiji peak, $75-110 early/late October. La Vista Hakodate Bay $200-280/night momiji peak. Yunokawa Wakamatsu $420-560/night momiji peak. USD 1 ≈ JPY 148.
Hakodate October Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
10
100mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 24
Sea Temp
14°C
cool
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
32 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
14°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 24 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Onuma National Park autumn momiji peak (mid-October to early November)
- Mt. Hakodate summit momiji (1 week earlier than central Hakodate)
- Goryokaku autumn momiji (less crowded than spring cherry)
- Asaichi market autumn premium uni + crab + scallop peak
Cons
- October momiji peak weeks see hotel surge (book 6-8 weeks ahead)
- Late October evenings drop to 8°C — full layering required
- 100mm rainfall continues with 10 rainy days
- Onuma weekday cycling preferred — weekends see crowds
October Events & Festivals
- Onuma National Park autumn momiji peak (mid-October to early November)
- Mt. Hakodate autumn momiji at summit (1 week earlier than central Hakodate)
- Asaichi market autumn premium uni + crab peak
Hakodate in October — Full Picture
October is Hakodate's autumn peak month — Onuma National Park's autumn momiji hits peak mid-October through early November, Mt. Hakodate summit momiji peaks 1 week earlier than central Hakodate, and the Asaichi market's autumn premium uni + crab + scallop are at year's peak quality. Daytime averages 16°C / 8°C — comfortable but bring layered warm clothing.
Onuma National Park's autumn momiji is the canonical Hokkaido autumn destination — the 12 km flat lake with Mt. Komagatake (1,131m active volcano) + maple foreground + cycling around the lake. Mid-October through early November sees the peak color sequence working from higher elevations downward. The Mt. Komagatake reflection + maple foreground + cycling at dawn is the canonical photo subject. Cycling rental $10-18 half-day at Onuma Station. Onuma rowboat $15-25/hour is the canonical alternative experience.
Goryokaku star-fort park's cherry trees become red + orange + gold in autumn — Goryokaku is technically more famous for spring cherry but the autumn momiji is equally beautiful and far less crowded. The canonical 'less-known autumn Goryokaku' photo at the moat + autumn-colored trees. Hotel pricing surges during the October momiji peak weeks — book Bay Area + Yunokawa onsen ryokan 6-8 weeks ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light to medium jacket for 16°C / 61°F days, sweater for evenings. Late October evenings drop to 8°C / 46°F — bring fleece + light scarf. Onuma autumn momiji photography: warm layers + comfortable walking shoes + tripod. Mt. Hakodate evening: light winter coat.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
11.3°C
2.7°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23°C
17°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current15.3°C
8°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
1.3°C
-5.7°C
7.7/mo
Hakodate Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0° | -7° | 8d·70mm | 4h | 70% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 1° | -7° | 7d·60mm | 5h | 68% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | -3° | 9d·65mm | 6h | 67% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 3° | 10d·80mm | 6h | 67% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| May (Best) | 17° | 8° | 9d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 13° | 10d·80mm | 6h | 78% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| July (Best) | 23° | 18° | 11d·130mm | 5h | 80% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 26° | 20° | 11d·140mm | 6h | 80% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 21° | 14° | 11d·130mm | 5h | 78% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 16° | 8° | 10d·100mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 9° | 2° | 10d·100mm | 4h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -3° | 8d·80mm | 4h | 70% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Hakodate?
Hakodate in October is excellent. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Hakodate in October?
Hakodate October averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Hakodate in October?
Hakodate October averages 100mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hakodate in October?
Light to medium jacket for 16°C / 61°F days, sweater for evenings. Late October evenings drop to 8°C / 46°F — bring fleece + light scarf. Onuma autumn momiji photography: warm layers + comfortable walking shoes + tripod. Mt. Hakodate evening: light winter coat.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hakodate in October?
Hakodate October sunrise is 05:30 and sunset is 16:50, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hakodate in October?
Hakodate October air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hakodate in October?
In October, Hakodate is great for Onuma autumn momiji + cycling + lake reflection photography, Mt. Hakodate summit autumn momiji + night view combo, Goryokaku autumn moat + tree photography.
Is October peak season in Hakodate?
Hakodate October crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.