Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
August in Mount Tate brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 18°C (64°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 270 mm (11 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Mount Tate typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 26°C (79°F). Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 21°C (70°F) to 23°C (73°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Mount Tate spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 50 years of weather records for Mount Tate, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Warm temperatures in August make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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