Osaka-Shi Holiday Weather Overview
Osaka is Japan's third largest city and an important financial and economic hub. Famed for its hearty food and friendly people, this is a good-natured city where inhabitants work hard but play hard too.
At first glance, Japan's second biggest city, Osaka, may not appear to offer much for tourists. However, behind Osaka's gleaming skyscrapers lie equal numbers of ancient landmarks dating back to Osaka's years as Japan's first capital city, while Osaka's Minami district boasts some of Japan's most vibrant nightlife.
There are large entertainment districts within the city, and a lively nightlife scene. The entertainment on offer ranges from the highbrow and cultural - the city is home to the art of bunraku puppetry, for instance - to the alcohol-fuelled and bawdy. Essentially, a stay in Osaka is what you make it.
Among Osaka's oldest landmarks is Japan's most famous Shinto shrine, the 1,400-year-old Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine to the gods who protect fishermen and those who travel by sea. Construction of another historic city building, Osaka Castle, began in 1583. The castle was destroyed and rebuilt at least three times, but miraculously survived WWII bombings.
However, Osaka is also full of more modern attractions such as the floating garden observatory which connects the Umeda Sky Building's two 173m tall towers. The gigantic Osaka Aquarium Tennoji Zoo, Universal Studios Japan, Spa World's bathhouse, and the Festivalgate amusement park all offer hours of fun to Osaka visitors of all ages.
When is the best month to visit Osaka-Shi?
Spring and autumn are the most ideal times to visit because the weather in Osaka is much milder than in winter and the climate is far less humid and rainy than in summer. Those wishing to experience Osaka weather at its most pleasant and avoid crowds should visit in autumn because most Japanese take their holidays in spring.
Osaka's Climate
Osaka has hot and humid summers, with cool but mild winters. There is a rainy season from May to July, but it can and does rain at any time during the year. September and October can bring occasional typhoons, but the weather is rarely disruptive to tourists or locals, and Osaka can be visited at any time of the year.
Blossoms and Leaves
Two of the most popular seasons in Osaka are the spring and the autumn. Many international and domestic tourists flock to see the cherry blossoms in the spring, and to admire the beautiful foliage in the autumn. Osaka Castle and Kema Sakuranomiya Park are considered some of the best hanami (cherry blossom) viewing spots in the country, and the Expo Park is stunning in the autumn.
If you're visiting Osaka in the spring, you can expect daytime highs of around 13 degrees in March and 20 degrees in April, falling to 5 degrees and 15 degrees respectively at night. You may have to view the cherry blossoms from under an umbrella, however, as it rains on around 7 days during each of the spring months.
If you're visiting Osaka in the autumn, expect daytime highs of around 20 degrees in October, with overnight temperatures falling to 10 degrees in November. It's not quite as wet as the spring, but you'll still want to take a waterproof jacket or umbrella.
Osaka in the Summer
June, July, August and to some extent September too are very warm in Osaka. At the height of the summer, temperatures average 30 degrees in the daytime, and the nights are a sultry and sticky 25 degrees. June is the wettest month, with over 10 inches of rainfall and around 11 rainy days, but it's much too warm for waterproof clothing.
Most tourists tend to avoid Osaka during the peak of the summer, as it's simply too humid to make the most of the city.
Osaka in the Winter
It rarely snows in Osaka, but winters can be chilly. During December and January, average daytime highs are 9-12 degrees, with overnight lows of around 2-3 degrees. You'd be unlucky to see the temperature dip below freezing, but you'll still want to pack some warm winter clothing, a hat and some gloves.
If you're visiting Osaka in the winter, bear in mind that much of the city shuts down for several days over the New Year period.
What to pack and wear in Osaka-Shi?
Light cotton garments are the most practical clothing for Osaka spring, summer, and autumn holidays. Summer visitors should also bring umbrellas and raincoats because summer is Osaka's rainiest season. Although snow and freezing temperatures are rare in Osaka, winter visitors should still wear heavy coats as the weather can feel chilly. March brings warmer weather and blooming cherry blossoms to Osaka.
Best months to visit Osaka-Shi?
May and October are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Osaka-Shi. The weather averages gathered from Osaka-Shi weather forecast and Osaka-Shi weather history also forecast these months temperature to be around 23°c and average of 212.7333 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Osaka-Shi?
January and February are the coldest months with temperature at around 2°c.
Which months receive most rainfall in Osaka-Shi?
July and June receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 236.24mm.
Travelling to Osaka-Shi? Check out our Weather averages of Osaka-Shi to better plan your holiday or travel.
If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Osaka-Shi section.