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Tokyo in August
Tokyo's warmest month brings highs averaging 88°F (31°C), lows of 74°F (23°C) and about 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 49/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by humidity.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 6.1 in (155 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 49/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 88°F (31°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
With 82% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.1 in (155 mm) across the month.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April and November.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (August – October), which brings about 23.3 in (592 mm) in total.
- Comfort improves from 46/100 in July to 49/100.
- Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 88°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Quick-dry fabrics82% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tokyo in August
Afternoons run hot (88°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
teamLab Planets TOKYO
Walk-through digital art installations, some knee-deep in water.
Why now Go early — afternoons average 88°F.
Meiji Jingu
Forested Shinto shrine to Emperor Meiji, steps from Harajuku station.
Why now Best first thing, before the 88°F afternoon heat.
Tsukiji Outer Market
Lanes of stalls selling tamagoyaki, grilled seafood and sushi near the old fish market site.
Why now A break from 88°F afternoons.
Senso-ji
Tokyo's oldest temple, reached through the Kaminarimon gate and Nakamise shopping street.
Omoide Yokocho
Smoky postwar alley of tiny yakitori stalls by Shinjuku station.
Nearby in August
- Kyoto in August~224 mi · highs 87°F, 5.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Osaka in August~244 mi · highs 89°F, 7.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~233 m to Tokyo's ~40 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Tokyo in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Tokyo?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 49/100, held back mainly by humidity. The best months are April and November. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain. Our Japan Golden Route recommends Mar – May, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Tokyo in August?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in August?
Yes: about 6.1 in (155 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.5 in (1638 mm).
What should I pack for Tokyo in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 88°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), quick-dry fabrics (82% average humidity) and rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain).
Planning Tokyo in August?
Share this August plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.