August weather forecastOka, Japan

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a hot month in Oka, Japan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Oka, during August, the rain falls for 17.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oka, there are 177.4 rainfall days, and 831mm (32.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Oka, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:59. 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 in Oka, Japan, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Oka, Japan, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

With average high and low temperatures of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 23.9°C (75°F) respectively, August is Oka's warmest month.

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 23.9°C (75°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 40°C (104°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Oka is 73%.

In August, in Oka, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout August, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

April through November are months without snowfall in Oka.

In Oka, Japan, the average day length in August is 13h and 26min.

On the first day of August in Oka, Japan, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:25 JST.

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

The average sunshine duration in August in Oka is 10.9h.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (146mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (37mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
Oka, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Oka, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

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