Iriomote Island Weather in August

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

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Iriomote Taketomi

Planning a journey to Iriomote Island, Japan this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Iriomote Island in August

Iriomote Island, Japan is a region in Japan. August in Iriomote Island generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) in Iriomote. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Iriomote Island, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 245 mm (9.6 in) in Iriomote. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Iriomote.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Iriomote sees around 217 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Iriomote Island 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 Iriomote Island

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

Temperature range in Iriomote Island (August)

Precipitation variation in Iriomote Island (August)

Iriomote

In August Iriomote generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
217 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
245 mm (9.6 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Iriomote →

Taketomi

In August Taketomi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
217 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Taketomi →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Iriomote 30°C (86°F) 28°C (82°F) 245 mm (9.6 in)
Taketomi 30°C (86°F) 28°C (82°F) 244 mm (9.6 in)

Iriomote Island weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Iriomote Island, Japan in August?

August in Iriomote Island, Japan brings poor weather. In Iriomote, daytime temperatures are typically around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows hover near 28°C (82°F).

What is the average temperature in Iriomote Island, Japan in August?

Average temperatures in Iriomote Island, Japan during August range from a nighttime low near 28°C (82°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Iriomote.

Does Iriomote Island, Japan get a lot of rain in August?

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Iriomote Island, Japan, with Iriomote averaging around 245 mm (9.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Iriomote Island, Japan?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Iriomote Island, Japan due to the typically poor weather in Iriomote.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December provide pleasant weather in Iriomote. In contrast, August tends to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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