August weather forecastDotocho, Japan

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Dotocho, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average high of 31.7°C (89.1°F).

Temperature

During the warmest month, August, temperatures average a high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dotocho, in August, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation. In Dotocho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140 days and collects up to 837mm (32.95") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Dotocho, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:25 JST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dotocho. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

During the warmest month in Dotocho, August, temperatures average a high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

During August, Dotocho experiences an average high-temperature of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 40°C (104°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in Dotocho is 72%.

In August, in Dotocho, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout August, 75mm (2.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

March through November are months without snowfall in Dotocho, Japan.

The average day length in August in Dotocho is 13h and 26min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:25 JST.

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

In Dotocho, Japan, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.9h.

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dotocho, Japan.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Dotocho is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and May (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in August
Dotocho, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June and July (9km).