August · Japan
Best time to visit Rusutsu in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rusutsu in August
Average temperature 23°C, 223 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
1.7/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 223 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Rusutsu scores 1.7/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 223 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rusutsu serves deep Hokkaido powder across three peaks with quieter lift lines than nearby Niseko. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
August in Rusutsu: expect compromises
At 23°C (73°F), skiing in August is a morning proposition: groomers hold up early, while lower runs soften through the afternoon.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 223 mm: only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 1.7/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Rusutsu — 7.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rusutsu in August?
- In August, Rusutsu averages 23°C, 223 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Rusutsu?
- 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 Rusutsu in August?
- Expect about 223 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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