Okayama Weather in August

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

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Okayama Kurashiki Makago Mimasaka

Planning a journey to Okayama, 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 Okayama in August

Okayama, Japan is a region in Japan. August in Okayama generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Makago to 33°C (91°F) in Okayama. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Okayama and 22°C (72°F) in Makago. In Okayama, Japan, 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.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Setouchi with an average of 108 mm (4.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Makago with 210 mm (8.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Okayama gets approximately 205 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Okayama in August

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

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 Okayama

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

Temperature range in Okayama (August)

Precipitation variation in Okayama (August)

Okayama

In August Okayama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°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
182 mm (7.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Okayama →

Kurashiki

In August Kurashiki generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°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)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°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
182 mm (7.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kurashiki →

Makago

In August Makago generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
282 mm (11 in)
210 mm (8.3 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Makago →

Mimasaka

In August Mimasaka generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
205 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
226 mm (8.9 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Mimasaka →

Setouchi

In August Setouchi 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)
108 mm (4.3 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Setouchi →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Okayama 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Kurashiki 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Makago 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 210 mm (8.3 in)
Mimasaka 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Setouchi 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

Okayama weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Okayama, Japan brings poor weather. In Okayama, daytime temperatures are typically around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Okayama peak at roughly 33°C (91°F) in August, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Yes, August tends to be a wetter month in Okayama, Japan. Average rainfall in Okayama sits around 111 mm (4.4 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Okayama, Japan?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Okayama, Japan due to the typically tolerable weather in Okayama.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Okayama. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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