August · Japan
Best time to visit Miyajima in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Miyajima in August
Average temperature 27°C, 344 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 344 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Miyajima scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 344 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Miyajima's torii stands in the sea off Itsukushima shrine, with deer, Mount Misen and Hiroshima across the water.
August in Miyajima — the hardest end of the year
August averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 82%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
344 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.7/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 8.6/10 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.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? October scores 4.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Miyajima in August?
- In August, Miyajima averages 27°C, 344 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Miyajima?
- August earns a 3.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Miyajima in August?
- Expect about 344 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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