Ishikawa Weather in August

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

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Kanazawa Nanao Komatsu Hakusan

Planning a journey to Ishikawa, 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 Ishikawa in August

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Suzu at 28°C (82°F) to very warm in Nanao at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Nanao and 25°C (77°F) in Suzu. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Ishikawa, Japan. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Shika with an average of 157 mm (6.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Kanazawa with 176 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kanazawa enjoys approximately 208 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Ishikawa in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ishikawa.

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 Ishikawa

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

Temperature range in Ishikawa (August)

Precipitation variation in Ishikawa (August)

Kanazawa

In August Kanazawa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
208 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kanazawa →

Nanao

In August Nanao generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°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)
32°C (90°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
208 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Nanao →

Komatsu

In August Komatsu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
208 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
240 mm (9.4 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Komatsu →

Hakusan

In August Hakusan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
208 hours
153 hours
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Hakusan →

Wajima

In August Wajima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
208 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
221 mm (8.7 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Wajima →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kanazawa 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Nanao 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Komatsu 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Hakusan 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Wajima 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Shika 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)

Ishikawa weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

In August, Ishikawa, Japan generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Kanazawa sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

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

Average temperatures in Ishikawa, Japan during August range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Kanazawa.

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

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Ishikawa, Japan, with Kanazawa averaging around 176 mm (6.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Ishikawa, Japan?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kanazawa, August might be a good time to visit Ishikawa, Japan.

On average, the best time to visit Ishikawa, Japan is in May and October with generally pleasant weather in Kanazawa. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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