The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn in Matsuyama is often underrated: 72°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (21% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if September (8.1/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 2 out of 12 months in Matsuyama. Compared to September: −9°F daytime, 10 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
14°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.1h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Matsuyama is September (8.1/10), 0.2 pt higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Japan
🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 50°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 38%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Matsuyama ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JapanTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.1 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
33.84°N · 132.77°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Matsuyama?
September is the best month with 81°F highs, 72°F lows, 5.5h of sunshine and 31.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Matsuyama get in September?
Matsuyama averages 5.5 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Matsuyama?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Matsuyama in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 72°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Matsuyama good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Matsuyama scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.5/10.
When should you avoid Matsuyama?
January is the most difficult month to visit Matsuyama, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Matsuyama in October?
In October, the sea averages 76°F in Matsuyama: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Matsuyama in October?
The average UV index reaches 5 in October in Matsuyama (moderate), with about 11.1h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.