Amami Islands Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Amami Islands, Japan in August.

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Amami Tatsugo Yamato

Are you planning a trip a to the Amami Islands, Japan in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Amami Islands in August

The Amami Islands, Japan is a region in Japan. August in the Amami Islands generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Amami. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in the Amami Islands, Japan. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in the Amami Islands, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yamato with an average of 139 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Amami with 168 mm (6.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Amami Islands in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Amami Islands

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Amami Islands, Japan?

Temperature range in the Amami Islands (August)

Precipitation variation in the Amami Islands (August)

Amami

In August Amami generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Amami →

Tatsugo

In August Tatsugo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Tatsugo →

Yamato

In August Yamato generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
208 hours
131 hours
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Yamato →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Amami Islands, in Japan.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Amami Islands in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amami 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 168 mm (6.6 in)
Tatsugo 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Yamato 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

The Amami Islands weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Amami Islands, Japan in August?

the Amami Islands, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Amami average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Amami Islands, Japan in August?

In Amami, the average daytime high in August is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 27°C (81°F).

Does the Amami Islands, Japan get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in the Amami Islands, Japan peaks during August. Amami averages roughly 168 mm (6.6 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Amami Islands, Japan?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit the Amami Islands, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Amami. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, March, April, October, November and December provide pleasant weather in Amami. On the other hand, the weather in June tends to be poor.

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