August · Japan
Best time to visit Furano in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Furano in August
Average temperature 21°C, 199 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
1.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 199 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Furano scores 1.7/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 199 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Furano pairs Hokkaido powder with a calm inland town famous for lavender summers and long, uncrowded winter runs. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
August in Furano: expect compromises
At 21°C (70°F), skiing in August is a morning proposition: groomers hold up early, while lower runs soften through the afternoon.
199 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 1.7/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Furano — 7.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Furano in August?
- In August, Furano averages 21°C, 199 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Furano?
- August earns a 1.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Furano in August?
- Expect about 199 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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