Shikoku Weather in August

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

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Matsuyama Takamatsu Kōchi

Planning a getaway to Shikoku, Japan 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 to Expect in Shikoku in August

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Kōchi at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Takamatsu at 31°C (88°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Takamatsu and 18°C (64°F) in Kōchi. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Shikoku, Japan. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Takamatsu with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Kōchi with 165 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Matsuyama enjoys about 223 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Shikoku by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shikoku — and find the best time to visit. (based on Matsuyama)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April19°C (66°F) May23°C (73°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August31°C (88°F) September28°C (82°F) October23°C (73°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
Best Time to Visit Shikoku →

Best Places to Visit in Shikoku in August

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

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 Shikoku

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

Temperature range in Shikoku (August)

Precipitation variation in Shikoku (August)

Matsuyama

In August Matsuyama generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°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)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
223 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
228 mm (9 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Matsuyama →

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 →

Kōchi

In August Kōchi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
207 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kōchi →

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsuyama 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Takamatsu 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Kōchi 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)

Shikoku weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Shikoku, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Matsuyama average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Shikoku, Japan during August range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Matsuyama.

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

Matsuyama typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 151 mm (5.9 in) on average across Shikoku, Japan.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Shikoku, Japan?

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

On average, the best time to visit Shikoku, Japan is in May, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Matsuyama. On the other hand, the months of January, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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