Osaka, JapanQuick decision
When to visit Osaka?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
15°C–23°C in May
🌧 Least rain
37% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
February (24%)
📅 Best score
7.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Dōtonbori & Street FoodYear-round — takoyaki, okonomiyaki, gyōza and neon lights.
Osaka CastleMarch–April (cherry blossoms) or November — castle, park and panorama.
Universal StudiosYear-round — Harry Potter, Nintendo World and rides.
Shinsekai & IzakayasYear-round — retro district, kushikatsu and cold beer.
Monthly climate data
Osaka weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 1°C | 9°C | 20% | 1.6 | 8.9h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 1°C | 9°C | 24% | 2.2 | 9.4h | 5.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 4°C | 13°C | 34% | 3.5 | 10.3h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 10°C | 19°C | 33% | 4.9 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 15°C | 23°C | 37% | 6.1 | 11.4h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 19°C | 27°C | 47% | 7.9 | 10.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 24°C | 31°C | 52% | 7.8 | 12.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 26°C | 33°C | 43% | 5.2 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 22°C | 29°C | 49% | 7.1 | 10.2h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 15°C | 23°C | 36% | 6.2 | 9.9h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ November | 8°C | 17°C | 24% | 2.5 | 9.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 3°C | 11°C | 21% | 1.8 | 8.9h | 6.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 18°C, 35% rainy days, 10.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 30°C, 47% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°C, 36% rainy days, 9.8h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 10°C, 22% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 5.6/10.
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FAQ
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May is ideal with 37% rainy days and 23°C. The months of May & June offer comparable conditions.
February is the wettest month with 24% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 23°C.
In winter, the average score is 5.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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