Osaka Weather in November

Season: Autumn
In short:
1. The weather of Osaka in November is cool and relatively stable, without large temperature fluctuations.
2. The city gets low rainfall this month, and even if it rains, the intensity is very low.
3. Osaka’s fall foliage season begins in late November, which attracts lots of visitors and brings the peak season.

Colorful Foliage View in Osaka

Lovely Autumn in Namba Yasaka Shrine

Stably and Comfortably Cool

Shinsaibashi

The temperature of Osaka generally varies within a certain range in November, and basically doesn’t experience sharp increases or decreases. Such a stable temperature condition is quite friendly to visitors, and people needn’t worry about discomfort brought by drastic temperature changes.

The daily high mainly ranges between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius (59 and 68 degrees Fahrenheit), making it mostly cool but sometimes comfortably warm on sunny days. While, in the last few days of November, as winter is approaching, the daily high may be only 11 to 13°C (52 to 55°F), making people a bit cold sometimes, so keeping warm is vital.

As for the daily low, it is mostly from 10 to 15°C (50 to 59°F), indicating relatively cold weather. In late November, the lowest temperature in a day may drop to only 7 to 10°C (45 to 50°F). In consideration of these, people need to put on thicker clothes to keep warm during a night tour, for example, when they are admiring illuminated maple foliage on a chilly autumn night.

Low Rainfall

Along with stable temperature, low precipitation of Osaka also provides good conditions for people to enjoy outdoor sightseeing. In the entire month, the city has only 4 rainy days and gets 71mm of precipitation totally on average. The rain usually happens in low intensity, which basically won’t bring inconvenience to your tour here.

Length of Day & UV Index

In November, the daytime of Osaka is not long generally, and shortens from about 11 to 10 hours. In such a month suitable for enjoying autumn views, it’s essential to both seize the short daytime and also arrange a not-too-tight or not-too-tiring itinerary. There is an average of 5 hours of sunshine duration in November, and the sunlight radiation is not intense with the maximum UV index only being 3, meaning that you can enjoy the sunshine comfortably without taking sun-protection measures.

Packing Advice for an Osaka Tour in November 2026

During sightseeing in the downtown area: In view that large temperature variations exist between outdoor attractions and indoor places such as restaurants and metro carriages and between day and night, it’s suggested to wear a comfortable inner layer and also a windproof outer layer that is easy to take off. For example, you can wear a knitted sweater and an overcoat as tops, and long johns and jeans as bottoms. During some sunny and warm noon, or in warm indoor venues, just take the coat off. For shoes, leather boots and thick sneakers are both OK.

During hiking in the mountain area: For tops, you can choose a long-sleeved quick-dry shirt, a sweatshirt, and an outdoor jacket. For bottoms, long johns and outdoor pants are suggested. Non-slippery hiking shoes are suitable.

Requisite: A foldable umbrella or a raincoat. Warm accessories for nights include a beanie, a scarf, and gloves.

Osaka Welcomes its Foliage Season in Late November.

During early or mid-November, maple and gingko leaves in Osaka start to change their colors to fiery red and brilliant gold. As for the peak season for these autumn leaves, it usually lasts from late November to early December. During this period, must-see foliage scenery can be enjoyed in the following places.

1. Osaka Castle Park

Osaka Castle Park in Foliage Season

On sunny days with warm and bright sunshine, the most wonderful thing is to stand by the moat in the park, and photograph Tenshukaku, the main keep, complemented by red maple leaves or gold gingko leaves. Besides, the gingko avenue is also a must-visit spot this month, which is composed of high gingko trees and fallen gold leaves that almost form a long carpet.

2. Minoo Park

Want to enjoy the harmonious autumn scenery in the mountain area? Nothing beats a hike in Minoo Park in November with cool and clear weather. During the hike, you will find towering maple trees with stunning red leaves on both sides from time to time. At the end of the hiking trail, the perfect foliage in red and golden hues sets well against the spectacular waterfall.

Impressive Red Foliage in Minoo Park

3. Katsuoji Temple

Under bright natural illumination, the Daruma dolls, the clear lake, the vermilion handrails, the red and orange maple tree grove, and the mountain from near to the distant compose a fabulous scene. The temple is further illuminated at night, and the unparalleled foliage scenery is in a different vibe.

4. Expo'70 Commemorative Park

This park also boasts both maple and gingko leaves, and provides wonderful spots for people to have a picnic. The sloping trails allow you to closely view and photograph maple leaves under brilliant sunlight. In addition, on rainless days, the silent lake in the Japanese garden reflects fiery red leaves, creating a serene atmosphere to indulge in Osaka’s autumn.

Travel Tips in Osaka in November

1. The number of visitors is relatively low in early-to-mid November, since the peak foliage season hasn’t begun. In view of this, those who want to visit Osaka in good weather conditions and are not that keen on foliage scenery can choose this period to have a relatively economical and less crowded tour. If you plan to see the fall foliage of Osaka in late November, you should be prepared for the crowds and make reservations in advance.

2. To make good use of pleasant weather in November, it’s suggested to fully explore the Port of Osaka. The clear blue sky and warm sunshine make it wonderful to have a Santa Maria Cruise. Sunny days further provide good visibility, and in such a good condition, the Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel is worth taking to enjoy the port view from a high perspective. Besides, the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan is also in the port area, where you can admire active penguins, massive whale sharks, cute sea lions...

Elegant Statue by the Port of Osaka

Tempozan Giant Ferris Wheel

3. During your night tour in Osaka this month, in addition to photographing the illuminated Tsutenkaku Tower and enjoying Osaka snacks in Dotonbori, you’re highly recommended to visit Mido-Suji, a busy street lined with more than 1,000 gingko trees. When it’s dark, strolling under the trees decorated with yellow, blue, and purple lights is truly a good experience.