September · Japan
Best time to visit Kyoto in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kyoto in September
Average temperature 24°C, 148 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
5.2/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 148 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Kyoto scores 5.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 24°C, 148 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kyoto reveals its quiet soul before the tour buses stir: temple bells drift through the air, moss gardens glisten, and lantern-lit lanes reward those who rise early and wander without rush.
September in Kyoto — middling scores, decent value
September averages 24°C (76°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 148 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 5.2/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 6.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination. That combination — decent conditions at the lowest rates of the year — is the best value window on this page.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kyoto in September?
- In September, Kyoto averages 24°C, 148 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Kyoto?
- September earns a 5.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kyoto in September?
- Expect about 148 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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