Hikone weather in August (Shiga, Japan)

Curious about the climate in Hikone this August? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In August, Hikone usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 32°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 23°C. The hottest month of the year invites you to embrace the warmth with suitable summer cloths. Stay cool and protected as you enjoy the sunny climate.

Precipitation

Hikone in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 172 mm for the month. On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 185 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hikone, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 172 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 185 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kyoto, Japan (53 KM, 33 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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