Fuji weather in August (Shizuoka, Japan)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Fuji this August? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The typical weather for August in Fuji includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The summer season takes place during August. 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 22°C. Expect high temperatures this period, often making it the warmest month of the year. Light clothing and hydration will help you enjoy the sunny days.

Precipitation

Fuji in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 211 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 165 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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

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

 

Fuji, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 211 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 165 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Fujinomiya, Japan (10 KM, 6 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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