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Kanazawa weather in August (Ishikawa, Japan)

How is August weather typically in Kanazawa? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In August, Kanazawa usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The summer season is characteristic of August. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 31°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 23°C. With its warm temperatures, this month stands out as the hottest. Be sure to pack appropriately and embrace the summer vibes.

Precipitation

Kanazawa in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 176 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 208 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Kanazawa, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 54%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 176 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Fukui, Japan (67 KM, 42 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.

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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
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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