Kyoto Weather in August
Japan · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high31°C (87°F)
Avg low23°C (74°F)
Rainfall166 mm (6.5 in)
RatingPoor 2.6/10
In August, Kyoto has average highs of 31°C (87°F) and lows of 23°C (74°F). August is summer in Japan. The month is wet, with about 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain spread over 16 days. Humidity averages 84%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 13.3 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is August a good time to visit Kyoto?
August is not the best time to visit Kyoto (2.6/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in April to May and October to November.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 31°C (87°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C (74°F) |
| Daily mean | 27°C (80°F) |
| Rainfall | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 16 |
| Humidity | 84% |
| Cloud cover | 66% |
| Daylight | 13.3 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5 hours/day |
| Wind | 6.7 km/h |
| vs July | 1°C warmer than July, with 61 mm less rain. |
What to pack for Kyoto in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Kyoto weather in other months
Jan7°C / 0°C89 mmPoorFeb8°C / 0°C92 mmPoorMar12°C / 3°C119 mmPoorApr18°C / 7°C132 mmGoodMay22°C / 12°C152 mmGoodJun26°C / 18°C193 mmPoorJul30°C / 22°C227 mmPoorAug31°C / 23°C166 mmPoorSep27°C / 20°C187 mmPoorOct22°C / 13°C151 mmGoodNov16°C / 7°C93 mmGoodDec10°C / 2°C104 mmPoor
← JulyBest time to visit KyotoSeptember →
Better weather in August nearby
- Astana25°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Baku29°C · 3 mm · Excellent
- Sanaa29°C · 13 mm · Excellent
- Istanbul30°C · 17 mm · Excellent
- Ulan Bator23°C · 73 mm · Excellent
- Bali28°C · 27 mm · Excellent
Nearby in August
- Nara31°C · 197 mm
- Osaka31°C · 197 mm
- Kobe30°C · 154 mm
- Nagoya31°C · 186 mm
- Hiroshima31°C · 140 mm
- Yokohama31°C · 163 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.