Niseko weather in August (Hokkaido, Japan)

What is the weather forecast for Niseko in August? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Niseko includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. August is typically considered a summer month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 25°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 17°C. On average, it has the peak temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Niseko in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 181 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 172 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

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

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

 

Niseko, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 25°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 181 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 172 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (60 KM, 37 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?

For visitors traveling to Niseko, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Camping

6/10

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