Weather in August in Kumamoto
Thinking about venturing to Kumamoto this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Kumamoto in August?
Kumamoto is a region in Japan. August in Kumamoto generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August is a summer month.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Takamori to 33°C in Kami Amakusa. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C in Kami Amakusa and 22°C in Takamori. In Kumamoto, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kumamoto with an average of 148 mm to heavy rainfall in Amakusa with 189 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Kumamoto enjoys close to 208 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Kumamoto in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Kumamoto climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Kumamoto?
Kumamoto
In August Kumamoto generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Minamioguni
In August Minamioguni generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Aso
In August Aso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Hitoyoshi
In August Hitoyoshi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Minami Aso
In August Minami Aso generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kumamoto, in Japan.
Is August the best time to visit Kumamoto?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kumamoto, August might be a good time to visit Kumamoto.
On average, the best time to visit Kumamoto is in October with generally perfect weather in Kumamoto. In contrast, February, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.
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