Tokyo vs Osaka

Tokyo and Osaka are closely matched in November. 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.

Tokyo sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Osaka is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Osaka is the stronger choice in November.

Tokyo reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Osaka averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Tokyo receives approximately 89 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Osaka sees 79 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 1 rain day and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Tokyo averages 65% while Osaka sits at 70%. Osaka will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.