August · Japan
Best time to visit Kurashiki in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kurashiki in August
Average temperature 28°C, 221 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 221 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Kurashiki scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 221 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kurashiki's canal quarter keeps white-walled merchant warehouses and a famous art museum.
August in Kurashiki — the hardest end of the year
Days in August average 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 81% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 221 mm, but with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 7.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Kurashiki — 3.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kurashiki in August?
- In August, Kurashiki averages 28°C, 221 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Kurashiki?
- August earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kurashiki in August?
- Expect about 221 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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