Niigata Prefecture weather in August
Planning a getaway to Niigata Prefecture this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Niigata Prefecture in August?
Niigata Prefecture is a region in Japan. August in Niigata Prefecture generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. In August, it is summer.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Yuzawa at 27°C to very warm in Nagaoka at 32°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Nagaoka and 19°C in Yuzawa. In Niigata Prefecture, 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.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sado with an average of 151 mm to heavy rainfall in Itoigawa with 233 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 206 hours of sunshine in Myoko. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Niigata Prefecture in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Niigata Prefecture climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Niigata Prefecture?
Myoko
In August Myoko generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Niigata
In August Niigata generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Shinano
In August Shinano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Sado
In August Sado generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Yuzawa
In August Yuzawa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Niigata Prefecture?
In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Niigata Prefecture with often unpleasant weather in Myoko.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly pleasant weather in Myoko. In contrast, January, February, March, July, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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