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Mount Fuji weather in August (Japan)

What should you pack for a trip to Mount Fuji in August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In August, Mount Fuji tends to experience high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The month of August belongs to the summer season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 21°C. Expect high temperatures this month, marking it as the warmest of the year. Prepare with lightweight clothing and plenty of sunscreen to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Mount Fuji in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 198 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. May and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, June, July, September and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mount Fuji climate page with graphs.

 

Mount Fuji, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 198 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  

Where to go in Japan in August

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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