Hiroshima Weather in August

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

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Hiroshima Miyajima Onomichi Fukuyama

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

What to Expect in Hiroshima in August

Hiroshima, Japan is a region in Japan. August in Hiroshima generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Kure to 33°C (91°F) in Fukuyama. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Fukuyama and 25°C (77°F) in Kure. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Hiroshima, Japan. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Fukuyama with an average of 109 mm (4.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Miyajima with 169 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Hiroshima sees around 209 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima

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

Temperature range in Hiroshima (August)

Precipitation variation in Hiroshima (August)

Hiroshima

In August Hiroshima generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
209 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Hiroshima →

Miyajima

In August Miyajima generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
209 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
254 mm (10 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Miyajima →

Onomichi

In August Onomichi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
209 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
189 mm (7.4 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Onomichi →

Fukuyama

In August Fukuyama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
209 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Fukuyama →

Higashihiroshima

In August Higashihiroshima generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°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
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
209 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
218 mm (8.6 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Higashihiroshima →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hiroshima in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hiroshima 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Miyajima 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 169 mm (6.7 in)
Onomichi 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Fukuyama 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Higashihiroshima 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Kure 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)

Hiroshima weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hiroshima, Japan in August?

Expect unpleasant weather across Hiroshima, Japan in August. The popular destination of Hiroshima averages 32°C (90°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Hiroshima, Japan in August?

In Hiroshima, the average daytime high in August is 32°C (90°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Hiroshima, Japan get a lot of rain in August?

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Hiroshima, Japan. Average rainfall in Hiroshima sits around 127 mm (5 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Hiroshima, Japan?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Hiroshima, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Hiroshima.

On average, the best time to visit Hiroshima, Japan is in April, May, September, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Hiroshima. In contrast, January and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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