Fukuoka · AutumnMonth summary
Fukuoka weather in September
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
72°F – 81°F
🌧 Rainy days
55% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
May (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Fukuoka in September?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in September (7.4/10). May scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Fukuoka in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in September
Autumn in Fukuoka is often underrated: 27°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. With 55% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (7.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 39°F | 48°F | 35% | 0.1in | 7.3h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 37°F | 50°F | 38% | 0.1in | 8.6h | 4.4/10 |
| ⛅ March | 43°F | 57°F | 37% | 0.2in | 9.7h | 5.7/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 50°F | 66°F | 36% | 0.2in | 10.8h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 59°F | 73°F | 37% | 0.2in | 10.9h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 66°F | 79°F | 52% | 0.3in | 9.8h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ July | 75°F | 86°F | 60% | 0.3in | 11.4h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 77°F | 90°F | 50% | 0.3in | 12.4h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 72°F | 81°F | 55% | 0.3in | 10.2h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 61°F | 72°F | 36% | 0.1in | 9.6h | 7.4/10 |
| ⛅ November | 50°F | 63°F | 28% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 41°F | 52°F | 33% | 0.1in | 7.2h | 4.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In September, Fukuoka averages 81°F, 55% rainy days and 10.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.4/10.
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Comparison
September vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -4°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -18%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Fukuoka in September
Is September a good time to visit Fukuoka?
September is an acceptable time for Fukuoka (score 7.4/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider May (7.6/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Fukuoka in September?
Yes, 55% of days see rain in September. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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