Japan Kobe Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Kobe is good
Kobe Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 15°
- Rainfall
- 110mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Kobe in October averages a high of 22°C and low of 15°C with 110mm of rain over about 7 days. Autumn arrives — daytime 21-23°C, mornings and evenings 14°C, daily range is wide. Light trench / jacket + long-sleeve shirt + cardigan combo. Late month adds a heavier cardigan. Rainfall drops to 110mm — better outdoor-photo conditions. Pre-foliage season means cameras + comfortable walking shoes.
October is good for Kobe.
October is when Kobe tips fully into autumn. Average 22°C / 15°C, rainfall 110mm — drops sharply from September's wet peak, now in normal autumn pattern rather than typhoon clusters. The pre-foliage atmosphere is one of the year's most photogenic, with Mt. Rokko's autumn illumination kicking off late month.
October's headliner is Kobe Jazz Street (mid-October weekend) — Japan's longest-running jazz festival, first held 1981, now in its 44th year. 100+ Japanese and international jazz musicians perform across 30+ venues throughout Kitano + Sannomiya + Motomachi, free entry at most venues + $15-30 tickets at the headline indoor venues. The festival celebrates Kobe's role as Japan's first port-of-entry for jazz in 1923.
Travel score
Autumn arrives + Kobe Jazz Street — October 11-20 is the sweet spot
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 72°F / 22°C highs and 59°F / 15°C lows — autumn arriving. Rainfall 110mm in normal autumn pattern. Kobe tracks Osaka closely. Late-month foliage begins, with peak foliage still 4-6 weeks away (mid-to-late November). Sunrise 6:00 AM, sunset 5:30 PM.
October Travel Advice
Kobe Jazz Street (mid-October weekend) is Japan's longest-running jazz festival — most venues free entry, headline indoor venues $15-30. Standard autumn clothing works without adjustment. Mt. Rokko autumn illumination books out evening cable-car slots online — reserve a week ahead.
Flying In from Overseas
Western autumn travel + Asian regional holidays stack mid-October. Flights from Seoul (2h) $400-700, Singapore $500-850, Sydney $700-1,100, San Francisco $900-1,500, London $900-1,500. October 11-20 sidesteps the holiday demand bump.
October Pricing Trends
Business hotels $60-100/night standard week, $90-140 Sports Day weekend. 4-star Sannomiya/Kitano $130-220/night standard, +50% on holiday weekends. Kobe Jazz Street most venues free; headline shows $15-30. USD 1 ≈ JPY 148.
Kobe October Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
15°C
Rainy Days
7
110mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
22°C
swimming season end
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
33 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
21°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Kobe Jazz Street (mid-October) — Japan's longest-running jazz festival
- Autumn arrives — pre-foliage atmosphere is photogenic
- Mt. Rokko autumn illumination opens late month
Cons
- Sports Day weekend + pre-foliage demand push hotels 1.5-2x
- 110mm rainfall — still moderate
- 7°C daily range demands varied packing
October Events & Festivals
- Sports Day (2nd Monday of October) — public holiday
- Kobe Jazz Street (mid-October, Kitano + Sannomiya 30+ venues, Japan's longest-running jazz festival)
- Mt. Rokko autumn illumination opens late October
- Arima Onsen autumn momiji preparation
Kobe in October — Full Picture
October is when Kobe tips fully into autumn. Average 22°C / 15°C, rainfall 110mm — drops sharply from September's wet peak, now in normal autumn pattern rather than typhoon clusters. The pre-foliage atmosphere is one of the year's most photogenic, with Mt. Rokko's autumn illumination kicking off late month.
October's headliner is Kobe Jazz Street (mid-October weekend) — Japan's longest-running jazz festival, first held 1981, now in its 44th year. 100+ Japanese and international jazz musicians perform across 30+ venues throughout Kitano + Sannomiya + Motomachi, free entry at most venues + $15-30 tickets at the headline indoor venues. The festival celebrates Kobe's role as Japan's first port-of-entry for jazz in 1923.
The trade-off is pricing. Sports Day weekend + the run-up to peak foliage push 4-star Sannomiya hotels to $130-220/night and flights to $400-750. The October 11-20 window (post-holiday, pre-foliage) is the smart play — autumn atmosphere + Jazz Street tail + manageable pricing. Peak autumn foliage doesn't actually hit Kobe until mid-to-late November.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Autumn arrives — daytime 21-23°C, mornings and evenings 14°C, daily range is wide. Light trench / jacket + long-sleeve shirt + cardigan combo. Late month adds a heavier cardigan. Rainfall drops to 110mm — better outdoor-photo conditions. Pre-foliage season means cameras + comfortable walking shoes.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
10°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
22.3°C
10/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current22°C
15.3°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
10°C
2.7°C
5.3/mo
Kobe Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9° | 2° | 5d·35mm | 5h | 55% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 2° | 6d·55mm | 5h | 57% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 13° | 5° | 9d·105mm | 6h | 60% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 10° | 10d·115mm | 6h | 62% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 15° | 10d·130mm | 6h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 26° | 19° | 12d·175mm | 4h | 73% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 30° | 23° | 11d·165mm | 5h | 76% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 7d·110mm | 6h | 73% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 22° | 11d·215mm | 4h | 76% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 15° | 7d·110mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| November (Best) | 16° | 9° | 6d·75mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 11° | 4° | 5d·35mm | 6h | 58% | 2 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Kobe?
Kobe in October is good. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kobe in October?
Kobe October averages a high of 22°C and a low of 15°C.
Does it rain much in Kobe in October?
Kobe October averages 110mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kobe in October?
Autumn arrives — daytime 21-23°C, mornings and evenings 14°C, daily range is wide. Light trench / jacket + long-sleeve shirt + cardigan combo. Late month adds a heavier cardigan. Rainfall drops to 110mm — better outdoor-photo conditions. Pre-foliage season means cameras + comfortable walking shoes.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kobe in October?
Kobe October sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:30, with 11h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kobe in October?
Kobe October air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kobe in October?
In October, Kobe is great for Kobe Jazz Street, Mt. Rokko autumn illumination, Nankinmachi autumn dim sum.
Is October peak season in Kobe?
Kobe 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.