Japan (Tokyo) · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonJapan · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 10° | 11° | 14° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 29° | 31° | 27° | 22° | 17° | 12° |
MINMIN | -1° | 1° | 4° | 9° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 21° | 15° | 8° | 2° |
☀️Sunshine | 7h | 7h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 6h | 5h | 5h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 14° | 13° | 14° | 16° | 18° | 20° | 22° | 25° | 25° | 22° | 19° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 5d73mm | 6d80mm | 8d116mm | 9d132mm | 10d139mm | 10d169mm | 8d137mm | 8d131mm | 10d202mm | 11d230mm | 8d100mm | 5d75mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best travel months for Japan (Tokyo) — conditions are stable, temperatures reach 31°C, and outdoor activities are excellent.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 31°C, cooling to 23°C at night (daily average: 27°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 131 mm total. Sea temperature is 24°C — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
Hochsommer: schwül, über 33°C, Hanabi-Feuerwerksfestivals am Sumida. Tokio schläft nicht — Festivals, Biergärten auf jedem Dach, Mitternachtsramen nach dem letzten Train.
Packing list for Japan (Tokyo) in August
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Japan (Tokyo)?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Japan (Tokyo) (Climate Score: 76/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (8) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Japan (Tokyo) in August?
- In August, Japan (Tokyo) sees daily highs of 31°C. Nights cool to 23°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Japan (Tokyo) in August?
- In August, Japan (Tokyo) receives an average of 131 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Japan (Tokyo) get in August?
- Japan (Tokyo) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Japan (Tokyo) in August?
- Water temperature in Japan (Tokyo) in August averages 24°C — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
