Yokohama Weather in October

 Season: Autumn
 What is the weather like in Yokohama in October?
The weather in Yokohama in October gradually turns from warm to cool. By late October, it can be cold in some days. The rainfall is high but mild mostly. Overall, October is one of the best months to visit Yokohama. 

Cool Yokohama in October

Dropping Temperature from Warm to Cool

Average temperature: 16-22 degrees Celsius (60.8-71.6 degrees Fahrenheit)

The temperature of Yokohama in October as a whole shows a downward trend. In details, the maximum temperature gradually drops from about 28℃ (82.4℉), a pleasantly warm level in the early days to about cool 18℃ (64.4℉) by the end of the month. The daily temperature difference between the minimum and maximum is approximately 3-7℃ (37.4-44.6℉). Therefore, it is cool at night in early days, but cold in the late month when the lowest temperature can drop to about 10℃ (50℉). 

Precipitation & Humidity

October is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Yokohama, totaling around 216mm on average from approximately 17 rainy days. However, you don’t need to worry too much, since heavy rainfalls may occur for only 2-3 times over this month, and the more frequently light rain won’t cause great inconveniences for your travel. But still it’s recommended to choose a sunny day to ride the Giant Ferris Wheel and the Yokohama Air Cabin, because if it is drizzling, the view from up there is not clear but shrouded in the mist.

As a coastal city, Yokohama has a humid climate all year round. In October, the monthly average humidity reaches as high as 71%.

Overcast Day in Yokohama in October

Daylight Hours & Sunshine Hours

Sunrise time: 06: 13 - 06: 36
Sunset time: 17: 27 - 18: 03
Average daylength: 11.3 hours
Average sunshine duration: 4.5 hours

Although the average daily sunshine is somehow inadequate, it’s still necessary to apply sunscreen when the sun is shining with the UV index of around 6.

What to Wear in Yokohama in October?

 Upper

Upper clothes like a long-sleeved shirt plus a cardigan or jacket is very safe most time. In sunny daytime, you can just keep the inner layer. However, when the sun is absent in late October, the weather tends to be very cool even a little cold, and you need to wear a hoodie with thick lining plus an overcoat to keep warm.

 Bottom
Jeans or casual pants are suitable. Besides, you’d better bring thicker pants like the sweatpants in case the temperature drops in rainy days.

 Shoes
Sneakers or hiking boots are optimal for traveling.

 Others
You can bring a cap, to help block the sun and keep warm. As for female tourists, wearing a silk scarf is a good way to keep warm and embellish your outfit at the same time. 

Top Events in Yokohama in October

1. Every year in early October, World Festa Yokohama is held in Yokohama Park. During the festival, you can enjoy dance performances, costume shows, and exquisite crafts that feature various ethnic groups, making you feel like taking a journey around the world. Besides, there are various delicacies from all over the world for you to try. At night, you can admire a dazzling display of fireworks.

2. An auditory feast, the Yokohama Jazz Promenade is held on the first weekend of October. Professional and amateur jazz musicians will perform at Minato Mirai Hall, the Red Brick Warehouse, the Port Opening Memorial Hall, and even on the main streets, transforming the city into a sea of musical notes. 

3. Every year from early to mid-October, Yokohama’s largest German Beer Festival takes place at the Red Brick Warehouse. If you’re into beer, you can enjoy a wide variety of authentic Munich beer. For those allergic to alcohol, there are also a variety of non-alcoholic drinks provided. In addition, traditional German cuisine and live performances by German bands are available.

Costumes of World Festa Yokohama

Taste Delicacies in Yokohama Park

Travel Tips

 Although October is the tail of the typhoon season, typhoons are still possible to occur. Therefore, you’d better pay attention to the local weather forecast and travel with caution. 

 During festivals, Yokohama sees an increase in tourists, so you’re recommended to wisely plan your 2025 Yokohama trip in October, like arranging accommodation and booking flights in advance, based on the specific dates of the festival announced on their official websites.

Yokohama Weather by Month