Niigata in August
7.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
28°CAvg high
24°CAvg low
13Rainy days (160 mm)
13:28 hDaylight
05:04Sunrise · 18:32 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 28°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.2 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±4.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 3°C | 178 mm | 26 | – | – | 3.5 |
| February | 6°C | 3°C | 115 mm | 21 | – | – | 3.6 |
| March | 9°C | 5°C | 109 mm | 18 | – | – | 4.4 |
| April | 13°C | 9°C | 91 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.0 |
| May | 18°C | 14°C | 98 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.8 |
| June | 22°C | 19°C | 126 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| July | 26°C | 23°C | 224 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 28°C | 24°C | 160 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 25°C | 21°C | 146 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.9 |
| October | 20°C | 16°C | 156 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 14°C | 10°C | 163 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.9 |
| December | 9°C | 5°C | 195 mm | 25 | – | – | 4.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Niigata in August?
Daytime highs average 28°C and nights about 24°C.
When is the best time to visit Niigata?
The best months are June, August, September, May.