August weather forecastSoka, Japan

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a tropical month in Soka, Japan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

Soka records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. 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 are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 17.8 days. Throughout August, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.2 rainfall days, and 953mm (37.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall in Soka, Japan.

Daylight

In Soka, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of August, in Soka, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:10 JST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In Soka, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

August is the month when Soka sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 40°C (104°F).

In Soka, Japan, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

In Soka, Japan, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation.

In Soka, Japan, snow does not fall in April through December.

The average day length in August in Soka, Japan, is 13h and 29min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, in Soka, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:10 JST.

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

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Soka, Japan

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.7°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 (2.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11km/h).

Average humidity in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (60%).

Average rainfall in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (40mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (43mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Soka, 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 February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Soka, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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