Best time to visit Japan in August
August is a less ideal time to visit Japan — the country-average travel-comfort score is 59.1/100. The best months are October, November, May.
Japan hub ★ Best time to visit Japan ❓ FAQ
Weather in Japan in August
Typical weather across Japan in August: average high 31.1°C, low 24°C, about 203.1 mm of rain, and 10.1 hours of sunshine per day. Among Japan's cities, Sapporo has the best weather in August (score 68/100, August climate details).
| Metric | Japan avg | Best city (Sapporo) |
|---|---|---|
| Travel-comfort score | 59.1 | 68 |
| High / Low | 31.1° / 24° | 26.5° / 19° |
| Precipitation | 203.1 mm | 847.6 mm |
| Sunshine/day | 10.1 | 8.9 |
Is August recommended?
August is not the best month to visit Japan. For the full month-by-month ranking across every city, see the best-time-to-visit guide for Japan.
When to visit Japan in other months
January February March April May June July August September October November December