Weather forecast for the Kumano Kodō - Nakahechi in October

In October, the Kumano Kodō - Nakahechi route experiences varying weather patterns with a mix of sunny, cloudy, and rainy days. Temperatures fluctuate between comfortable highs ranging from 19°C to 28°C, and lows from 16°C to 25°C. Rainfall occurs intermittently, sometimes reaching significant levels with certain days experiencing no precipitation at all. This diverse weather requires flexibility and resilience to enjoy the scenic journey through this historic route.

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Start date
Oct 1
Start town
Takijiri-oji
End date
Oct 5
End town
Kumano Nachi Taisha
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
5
Total distance
65 km
Daily distance
13.0 km
Average high
25°C
Average low
21°C
Average precipitation
6.9 mm/day

The first days of October show patchy rain and sun on the trail, with high temperatures from 22°C to 27°C and lows dipping to 17°C. Rain is sporadic, ranging from 0.0 mm on dry days to over 10 mm during heavier showers.

Mid-month, temperatures remain stable with highs from 19°C to 28°C, accompanied by an increasing frequency of rain showers. Notably heavy rainfall is recorded with some days witnessing over 50 mm, though periods of clear and sunny weather provide relief.

As the month progresses, rain is prevalent with heavy showers interspersing sunny breaks. Despite rainfall sometimes exceeding 30 mm in a day, temperatures remain consistent with highs averaging around 24°C and lows around 20°C. Cloud cover is common, yet there are days of uninterrupted sunshine that brighten the trek. The culmination of diverse weather keeps the landscape lush and vibrant, typical of the October climate along this historical path.

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