August weather forecastMatsue, Japan

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a tropical month in Matsue, Japan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.9°C (73.2°F) and an average high of 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

August is the warmest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 31.1°C (88°F) at the peak and 22.9°C (73.2°F) at the base.

Heat index

August's average heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance 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.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Matsue, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

Throughout August, 145mm (5.71") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 1895mm (74.61") of rain is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Matsue, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

In Matsue, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of August, in Matsue, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:36 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Matsue is 6.9h.