October weather forecastKagoshima, Japan

October

Weather in October

October in Kagoshima experiences a further decrease in temperature, signifying the heart of autumn. A noticeable dip in rainfall makes the weather more pleasant and less humid. Daylight keeps reducing, leading to slightly shorter days as winter approaches. As humidity levels drop, the city gains a fresh and crisp air. The highs coming down to a pleasant 25.4°C (77.7°F) makes October the respite from the hot, humid summer months.

Temperature

Start of October brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from September's hot 30.1°C (86.2°F) to a warm 25.4°C (77.7°F). Throughout October, the average low-temperature dips to a comfortable 17.5°C (63.5°F).

Humidity

In Kagoshima, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

Rainfall

In Kagoshima, Japan, in October, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 102mm (4.02") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kagoshima, Japan, there are 119.7 rainfall days, and 2266mm (89.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kagoshima, Japan, snow does not fall in March through November.

Sea temperature

In Kagoshima, in October, the average water temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F).
Note: Surface water temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are considered superb and highly pleasant for water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:29 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Kagoshima is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Beware! Reflections from sand and water can intensify the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

October temperatures in Kagoshima vary between a high-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and a low-temperature of 17.5°C (63.5°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

In Kagoshima, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

In Kagoshima, during October, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of precipitation.

March through November are months without snowfall.

In October, the average sea temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average day length in October is 11h and 25min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, in Kagoshima, Japan, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:29 JST.

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.9h.

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

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October

Nov

Average high temperature

30.1°C

25.4°C

20.3°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average high temperature in October: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

Average low temperature in October: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°C).

Average humidity in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average humidity in October: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (65%).

Average rainfall in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average rainfall in October: 101.9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (452.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (71.3mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average rainfall days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average snowfall in October: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average sea temperature in October: 25.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (18.2°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kagoshima, Japan

Average daylight in October: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Average sunshine in October: 5h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).