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Nikko weather in August (Tochigi, Japan)

Looking to travel to Nikko in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Nikko generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°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.

Nikko in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 282 mm for the month. Typically around 22 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 139 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Nikko. May typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nikko, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 72%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 282 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
SunshineSunshine 139 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

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

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