Niigata weather in August (Niigata Prefecture, Japan)

Will it be warm or cold in Niigata this August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In August, Niigata usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During August, you’ll experience the summer season. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 24°C. This month is typically the hottest of the year, so prepare with cool and comfortable cloths. Embrace the sunshine while keeping sun protection handy.

Precipitation

Niigata in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 209 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, June, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Niigata, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 168 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 75%  

Sunshine 209 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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