Himeji weather in August (Hyogo, Japan)

Looking to travel to Himeji in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Himeji typically experiences very high temperatures and high rainfall. August falls within the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Himeji in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 14 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 216 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

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

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

 

Himeji, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 47%  

Precipitation 131 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 216 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kobe, Japan (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in August

Find out more about the weather in Japan in August and which places have the best weather 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 Himeji in August?

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 in August.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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