Japan Fukuoka Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Fukuoka is very-high
Fukuoka Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 23° / 16°
- Rainfall
- 80mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Fukuoka in October averages a high of 23°C and low of 16°C with 80mm of rain over about 7 days. Pleasant autumn. T-shirt + light jacket. Sweater for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes for foliage circuits (Akizuki Castle Ruins, Yufuin, Dazaifu Komyozenji). Camera-ready outfit.
October is very-high for Fukuoka.
October is the year's best month overall — perfect weather (23°C / 73°F highs), clear skies, low rain (80mm, 7 rainy days), lower crowds than cherry-blossom peak, and autumn foliage starting late month. Hakata Ramen Show at Canal City (October) brings 20+ ramen shops competing. Korean Hangul Day (Oct 9) + Foundation Day (Oct 3) drive fare spikes, but mid-to-late October weekdays are the year's best autumn value $210-380 round-trip. Late October starts the foliage season at Akizuki Castle Ruins (40 min outside Fukuoka), Yufuin highlands, and Dazaifu Komyozenji moss garden. Itoshima oyster huts open mid-October for the season (Nov-Mar peak).
Travel score
Year's best — autumn + Korean Hangul Day value
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 73°F / 23°C highs and 61°F / 16°C lows — most comfortable autumn. Humidity 65%, mostly clear days. 7 rainy days, 80mm. Late October starts foliage at Fukuoka Castle Ruins + Ohori Park. Sunshine 7 hours.
October Travel Advice
Long sleeves + cardigan + walking shoes. Korean Hangul Day (Oct 9) + Foundation Day (Oct 3) public holidays. Late October starts foliage — Akizuki Castle Ruins, Yufuin highlands, Dazaifu Komyozenji moss garden are the signature spots. Book Akizuki day trip 1 week ahead for late-October weekends.
Flying In from Overseas
Korean Hangul Day + Foundation Day spike, then mid-to-late October weekdays are the best value $210-380 round-trip. Autumn value peak. Western inbound autumn-foliage tourism climbs.
October Pricing Trends
Best autumn season — Hakata Station 4-star $125-220/night. Late October foliage entry drives hotel pricing up. Korean Hangul Day week (Oct 9) +50%.
Fukuoka October Weather Stats
Avg High
23°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
7
80mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
23°C
swimming chilly
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
23°C
Nighttime
16°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 23°C ideal walking weather
- Clear skies + low rain (year's best weather)
- Hakata Ramen Show at Canal City
- Autumn foliage start (late month)
Cons
- Hotels rising toward foliage peak
- Korean Hangul Day + Foundation Day fare spikes
- Need to book ahead for foliage circuits (Akizuki, Yufuin)
October Events & Festivals
- Hakata Ramen Show (October, Canal City, 20+ ramen shops compete)
- Autumn foliage begins late month at Akizuki Castle Ruins + Yufuin highlands
- Korean Hangul Day (Oct 9) + Foundation Day (Oct 3) public holidays
- Itoshima oyster huts open mid-October pre-season
Fukuoka in October — Full Picture
October is the year's best month overall — perfect weather (23°C / 73°F highs), clear skies, low rain (80mm, 7 rainy days), lower crowds than cherry-blossom peak, and autumn foliage starting late month. Hakata Ramen Show at Canal City (October) brings 20+ ramen shops competing. Korean Hangul Day (Oct 9) + Foundation Day (Oct 3) drive fare spikes, but mid-to-late October weekdays are the year's best autumn value $210-380 round-trip. Late October starts the foliage season at Akizuki Castle Ruins (40 min outside Fukuoka), Yufuin highlands, and Dazaifu Komyozenji moss garden. Itoshima oyster huts open mid-October for the season (Nov-Mar peak).
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant autumn. T-shirt + light jacket. Sweater for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes for foliage circuits (Akizuki Castle Ruins, Yufuin, Dazaifu Komyozenji). Camera-ready outfit.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19°C
11°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
22.7°C
12.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current22.7°C
15.7°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11°C
4°C
8.7/mo
Fukuoka Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 3° | 9d·75mm | 4h | 65% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 4° | 8d·70mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 15° | 7° | 10d·110mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 11° | 10d·110mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 23° | 15° | 10d·130mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| 26° | 19° | 14d·280mm | 5h | 75% | 7 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 24° | 14d·320mm | 5h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 9d·175mm | 6h | 73% | 9 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 21° | 11d·175mm | 6h | 70% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 23° | 16° | 7d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 17° | 10° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 12° | 5° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 65% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Fukuoka October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Fukuoka?
Fukuoka in October is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Fukuoka in October?
Fukuoka October averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Fukuoka in October?
Fukuoka October averages 80mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Fukuoka in October?
Pleasant autumn. T-shirt + light jacket. Sweater for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes for foliage circuits (Akizuki Castle Ruins, Yufuin, Dazaifu Komyozenji). Camera-ready outfit.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Fukuoka in October?
Fukuoka October sunrise is 06:40 and sunset is 18:00, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Fukuoka in October?
Fukuoka October air quality (AQI) averages 42, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Fukuoka in October?
In October, Fukuoka is great for Hakata Ramen Show at Canal City, Akizuki Castle Ruins foliage (late month), Yufuin foliage day trip.
Is October peak season in Fukuoka?
Fukuoka October crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.