August · Japan
Best time to visit Tokyo in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tokyo in August
Average temperature 28°C, 149 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 149 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Tokyo scores 4.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 149 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tokyo’s finest days weave quiet contrasts: a hushed shrine at dawn, a tiny lunch counter at noon, and glowing neon districts after dark—best savored in the crisp clarity of late autumn and winter.
August in Tokyo — the hardest end of the year
August averages 28°C (83°F) and humidity near 76%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 149 mm — wet for this destination — but about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 4.5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 7.7/10 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? December scores 3.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tokyo in August?
- In August, Tokyo averages 28°C, 149 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.5/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Tokyo?
- August earns a 4.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tokyo in August?
- Expect about 149 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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