August · Japan
Best time to visit Kyoto in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kyoto in August
Average temperature 27°C, 242 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.2/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 242 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Kyoto scores 4.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 242 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kyoto reveals its quiet soul before the tour buses stir: temple bells drift through the air, moss gardens glisten, and lantern-lit lanes reward those who rise early and wander without rush.
August in Kyoto — off-season conditions
August averages 27°C (80°F) and humidity near 85%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
242 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.2/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 6.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? May scores 2.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kyoto in August?
- In August, Kyoto averages 27°C, 242 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.2/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Kyoto?
- August earns a 4.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kyoto in August?
- Expect about 242 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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