October 12 is generally a great time to visit Nara. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. As it's peak season for Nara, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Nara
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Nara Weather Forecast for October 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.2°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nara in October
Based on historical data for October 12, Nara typically experiences temperatures between 15°C and 23.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nara
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.8°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
53%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Nara Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 50 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 75 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 125 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.1°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Japan
Flight Traffic
High
94/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~263
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nara
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:00
☀️ Noon
11:44
🌇 Sunset
17:28
⏱️ Daylight
11h 28m
Wind Speed
11.4 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Nara
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nara on October 12 averages 23.2°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nara Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Nara Worth Visiting on October 12?
Planning a trip to Nara on October 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.2°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 263 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.9°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 10.7°C in 2023.