Tokyo and Kyoto are close in September. Tokyo averages 20–28°C with low-moderate crowds; Kyoto 21–29°C with moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Tokyo and Kyoto
The verdict for September
Cooling, but typhoon risk
+Heat eases through the month and crowds thin out.
–Typhoon season can cancel flights and day trips.
Late September delivers most of October's upside for less.
Heat fades, typhoon watch begins
+Fewer crowds and fair prices
–Typhoon risk and lingering heat
The first half is still hot and humid, but evenings cool noticeably by month's end. Typhoons can disrupt plans, though crowds remain manageable. Autumn dining and the harvest moon bring a gentle seasonal shift.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
Another month