Kobe Weather in September

Season: Autumn

In short: The weather turns cool from hot gradually, a lot of rainfall

At the beginning of September, the weather of Kobe is still a little hot but bearable and rainfall is frequent in this period. By late-month, both temperature and rain decreases slightly. You will feel that autumn is truly arriving.

Torri in Kobe

Is Kobe hot in September?

Average Highest Temperature: 29°C (84°F); the recorded highest was 31°C (87.8°F).
Average Lowest Temperature: 20°C (68°F); the recorded lowest was 17°C (62.6°F).
Average Temperature: 25°C (77°F)

From early to middle September, the weather of Kobe is still hot like in summer. The daytime temperature hovers around 25 - 30°C (77 - 86°F). At night, the temperature drops to 18 - 22°C (64.4 - 71.6°F), when it is relatively cool. As the time goes by, the temperature decreases gradually. Till late September, people could feel the cool of autumn. In daytime, the temperature is around 22 - 27°C (71.6 - 80.6°F) while at night, it is between 15 - 20°C (59 - 68°F). At this time, people should add a thin coat over the short-sleeve T-shirt in early mornings and evenings to stay warm.

A Lovely Day in Kobe

Does it rain a lot in Kobe in September?

Precipitation: 202 mm (0.66 in)
Average Rainy Days: 17 days
Average Humidity: 67%

The answer is Yes. It rains a lot in September. Before mid-September, it is usually moderate or heavy rain; sometimes it can last for several hours. The probability of short-term thunderstorms is also high. After the mid-September, the intensity and frequency of the rain decreases gradually, and even if it rains, it is mostly light rain or showers. Besides, there may be typhoons passing through Kobe in September, which may cause heavy rain or extreme large precipitation. For 2025 visitors, watching weather forecast in advance is necessary.

Kobe Street View

How is the sunshine of Kobe in September?

Sunrise Time: 5:32-5:52
Sunset Time: 17:45-18:25
Daylight Hours: 12.2-12.6 h
Average Daily Sunshine Hours: 5.2 h

The daytime length is ample for visiting. In good weather, visitors can finish visiting hot spots like the Port of Kobe, Ikuta Jinja and Suma beach in a day. However, you may get sunburn because of ultraviolet ray. The UV grade is usually ‌3-4 in cloudy days and 4-5 in sunny days. So prepare some sun protection stuff.

Sunset Beach View

Is September a good time to visit Kobe?

September is the month when it transitions from summer to autumn in Kobe and the climate becomes cozy gradually. But the first half of September is still a little bit hot, with more rainfall. Generally speaking, second half month is better than the first half, when there is less rain and the temperature is milder.

Kobe Restaurant

What to Wear When Visiting Kobe in September

Tops: In early September, people usually wear T-shirts. In late September, the weather is a little cold, so a thin cardigan or a long-sleeve t-shirt is needed.

Bottoms: Shorts and one-piece dress are recommended in sunny days. Wearing jeans is not hot in late September.

Shoes: Sandals or casual shoes are suitable. In rainy days, you’d better wear waterproof and anti-slip shoes.

Others: Hats and sunscreen are needed. An all-weather umbrella is useful.

Travel Tips:

1. In rainy days, roads are slippery especially on Mount Rokkō and Maya mount. Visitors should choose safer climbing routes carefully and adjust the itinerary flexibly according to the weather changes.

2. There are two short-period holidays after mid-September: Day for Respecting the Elderly and Day of Autumnal Equinox. Japanese usually have 3 - 4 days off for each holiday, when there may be two small travel peaks. Visitors should better avoid traveling in these periods for a better travel experience.

Sunset on the Mountain