The month in detail
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, Tokyo sees high temperatures (90°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
August ranks 8 out of 12 months in Tokyo. Compared to July: +4°F daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
29°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.4h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Tokyo is September (7.9/10), 2.9 pts higher than August.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Japan
🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+3.62°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 48°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 37%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Other destinations in August
If August doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Tokyo ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
JapanTemperate oceanic climate with a 7.9 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.69°N · 139.69°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tokyo?
September is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 4.2h of sunshine and 37.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tokyo get in September?
Tokyo averages 4.2 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tokyo?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Tokyo in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Tokyo good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tokyo scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 7.4/10.
When should you avoid Tokyo?
January is the most difficult month to visit Tokyo, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tokyo in August?
In August, the sea averages 84°F in Tokyo: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Tokyo in August?
The average UV index reaches 7 in August in Tokyo (high), with about 13.4h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.