Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Kyoto in September
Kyoto cools off: highs slip to 81°F (27°C), from 87°F in August, with lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 57/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 7.6 in (192 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 73%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 67°F (20°C).
With 84% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 7.6 in (192 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are April & May and October & November.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort improves from 50/100 in August to 57/100.
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 81°F
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes7.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Kyoto in September
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
Sake brewer's museum in Fushimi's old brewing district, with a tasting at the end.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 7.6 in of rain.
Nishiki Market
Covered five-block food market for pickles, tamagoyaki, tofu and knives.
Why now Easy to slot in when September's rain moves in.
Kiyomizu-dera
Hillside temple with a wooden stage over the trees and views across the city.
Omen Ginkakuji
Long-running udon restaurant serving thick noodles with seasonal vegetables to add yourself.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter September days.
Hanamikoji Street
Gion's main lane of wooden teahouses where geiko and maiko are sometimes seen at dusk.
Nearby in September
- Osaka in September~27 mi · highs 82°F, 8.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Tokyo in September~224 mi · highs 81°F, 8.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~251 m to Kyoto's ~51 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.
Kyoto in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Kyoto?
It's middling, scoring 57/100. The best months are April & May and October & November, at up to 78. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Kyoto in September?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in September?
Yes: about 7.6 in (192 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 65.2 in (1657 mm).
What should I pack for Kyoto in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 81°F), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (7.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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