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Osaka in June
Osaka warms up: highs climb to 81°F (27°C), from 75°F in May, with lows of 65°F (18°C) and about 8.4 in (213 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 53/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 65°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 8.4 in (213 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 79%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 53/100 · Fair
What June feels like
Days are warm, averaging 81°F (27°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 65°F (18°C).
With 83% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 8.4 in (213 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 79%.
Plan around June
June sits mid-table; the best months are April and November.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 19 min of daylight.
- Humidity season begins: 83% on average, up from 79% in May.
- Comfort slips from 67/100 in May to 53/100.
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics83% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes8.4 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Osaka in June
With 8.4 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Osaka Castle
Reconstructed castle keep with a history museum and moat-ringed park.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 8.4 in of rain.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
Huge aquarium built around a central Pacific tank with whale sharks.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in June.
Kushikatsu Daruma Shinsekai
Original 1929 shop for deep-fried skewers; no double-dipping in the shared sauce.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 8.4 in of rain.
Kuromon Ichiba Market
Covered market with grilled scallops, wagyu skewers, sea urchin and fruit stalls.
Why now Easy to slot in when June's rain moves in.
Suntory Yamazaki Distillery
Japan's first malt whisky distillery, 40 minutes away by train in Shimamoto.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter June days.
Nearby in June
- Kyoto in June~27 mi · highs 79°F, 7.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Tokyo in June~244 mi · highs 79°F, 7.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~264 m to Osaka's ~23 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.
Osaka in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Osaka?
It's middling, scoring 53/100. The best months are April and November, at up to 79. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 8.4 in (213 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Osaka in June?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 65°F (18°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Osaka in June?
Yes: about 8.4 in (213 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 69.0 in (1753 mm).
What should I pack for Osaka in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (83% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (8.4 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Osaka in June?
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