London vs Tokyo

London and Tokyo are closely matched in October. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

London sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Tokyo is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, London is the stronger choice in October. Tokyo receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

London reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Tokyo averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in October.

London receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Tokyo sees 208 mm over 13 rain days. That makes London the drier option by 2 rain days and 148 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.