August weather forecastKurama, Japan

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a hot month in Kurama, Japan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22°C (71.6°F) and an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is August, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and a low of 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, in Kurama, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout August, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kurama, Japan, there are 190.6 rainfall days, and 1100mm (43.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kurama, Japan, snow does not fall in May through November.

Daylight

In Kurama, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:26 JST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Kurama is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

The highest temperatures in Kurama are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and a low of 22°C (71.6°F).

In August, in Kurama, the average high-temperature is 30.1°C (86.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

In Kurama, Japan, in August, during 15.5 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May through November are months without snowfall in Kurama.

The average day length in August is 13h and 28min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, in Kurama, Japan, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:26 JST.

With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Kurama, Japan.

The average sunshine duration in August in Kurama is 10.1h.

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Kurama, Japan, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (0°C).

Average pressure in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 85mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (51mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (13.5 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (265mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in August
Kurama, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).