Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Furano and Biei in October
Furano and Biei cools off: highs slip to 56°F (13°C), from 69°F in September, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain.
It scores 64/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.2 in (107 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (13°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 41°F (5°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.2 in (107 mm).
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May & June and September).
- Comfort slips from 76/100 in September to 64/100.
- Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.2 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Furano and Biei in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Shikisai-no-Oka
Hillside flower park with rainbow bands of blooms from spring to autumn.
Why now October scores 64/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Shirogane Blue Pond
Man-made pond tinted milky blue by minerals, with dead larch trunks.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ningle Terrace
Log cabin craft shops on boardwalks in the forest at New Furano Prince Hotel.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Furano Wine Factory
Municipal winery on a hill with free tastings of local wines.
Patchwork Road
Scenic farm roads past the Ken and Mary Tree and Seven Stars Tree.
Nearby in October
- Sapporo in October~63 mi · highs 59°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Otaru in October~77 mi · highs 58°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~517 m to Furano and Biei's ~208 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Furano and Biei in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Furano and Biei?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 64/100 against a best of 81 in May & June and September. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain. Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so October is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Furano and Biei in October?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Furano and Biei in October?
Some: about 4.2 in (107 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 43.0 in (1093 mm).
What should I pack for Furano and Biei in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.2 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Furano and Biei in October?
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