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Kagawa Weather in August

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

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

What to Expect in Kagawa in August

Kagawa, Japan is a region in Japan. August in Kagawa generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Shodoshima at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Kotohira at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Kotohira and 26°C (79°F) in Shodoshima. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Kagawa, Japan. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tonosho with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Naoshima with 162 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Takamatsu enjoys about 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Kagawa in August

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

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 Kagawa

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

Temperature range in Kagawa (August)

Precipitation variation in Kagawa (August)

Takamatsu

In August Takamatsu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Takamatsu →

Kotohira

In August Kotohira generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
203 mm (8 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kotohira →

Marugame

In August Marugame generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
180 mm (7.1 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Marugame →

Kagawa

In August Kagawa generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kagawa →

Sakaide

In August Sakaide generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°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
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
181 mm (7.1 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Sakaide →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Takamatsu 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Kotohira 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Marugame 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Kagawa 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Sakaide 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Shodoshima 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Kagawa weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Kagawa, Japan in August. The popular destination of Takamatsu averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Takamatsu, the average daytime high in August is 31°C (88°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Kagawa, Japan. Average rainfall in Takamatsu sits around 116 mm (4.6 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Kagawa, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Takamatsu. On the other hand, the weather in January tends to be poor.

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