August weather forecastOtawara, Japan

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Otawara, Japan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29°C (84.2°F) and an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29°C (84.2°F) and a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, in Otawara, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout August, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otawara, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 956mm (37.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Otawara.

Daylight

In Otawara, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:10 JST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Otawara. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

August is the month when Otawara, Japan, sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 29°C (84.2°F) and a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

In Otawara, in August, the average high-temperature is 29°C (84.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.3°C (68.5°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

In Otawara, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

In August, in Otawara, Japan, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout August, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

May through October are months without snowfall in Otawara.

The average day length in August is 13h and 33min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, in Otawara, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:10 JST.

In Otawara, Japan, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

The months with the highest UV index in Otawara, Japan, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April, May and December (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (28mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (88mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Otawara, Japan

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in August
Otawara, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).