Best Time to Visit Osaka
Best time to visit Osaka: April, September and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Osaka
Go in April, September and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Osaka month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49° | 34° | 1,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 36° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 41° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 53° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 75° | 60° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 81° | 68° | 13,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 92° | 79° | 7,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 94° | 80° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 89° | 75° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 75° | 61° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 63° | 47° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 54° | 38° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Osaka compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Osaka.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fushimi Inari Taisha | 24 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 63 in |
| Gion | 27 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 63 in |
| Kyoto | 27 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 63 in |
| Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto | 27 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 63 in |
| Himeji-jo | 47 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 57 in |
Best time to visit each airport in Osaka
1 airports mapped in this atlas
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Osaka is a city in Japan. Osaka is known for Street food and Osaka Castle. It has a population of about 2.8 million.
Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Osaka with clear sky. It feels like 94°F. Today runs from 77°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 55%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Osaka is April, September and November. The climate is continental. February, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX), about 24 mi away. Nearby highlights include Fushimi Inari Taisha, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Himeji-jo and Shirahama Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is 3.8°F below the 94°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Osaka today at 8.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Osaka right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:15 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 91° / 77°
Light drizzle · 55% rain · wind 4 mph
🌤️ 93° / 78°
Mainly clear · 51% rain · wind 5 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Osaka?
Osaka is a city in Japan. Its coordinates are 34.6937, 135.5023. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Osaka right now?
It is currently 84°F (29°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 72% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
April, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Osaka, which has a continental climate. February, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Osaka in?
Osaka observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 10:15 PM.
How many people live in Osaka?
Osaka has a population of approximately 2.8 million.
What is the nearest airport to Osaka?
The closest airports are Kansai International Airport (KIX), 24 mi away, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 249 mi away and Narita International Airport (NRT), 286 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Osaka?
Popular options include Fushimi Inari Taisha, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Himeji-jo, Shirahama Beach, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration and Mount Fuji.
What places are in Osaka?
Osaka covers 1 places in this atlas, including Kansai International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 10:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
