Temperature
Pleasant by day, mild at night.
66°Ftypical Aug high
Yakushima
Japan · Asia
Yakushima is most comfortable in spring. Summers are mild and winters are cool. Rain is frequent in most months. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
38°F to 66°F
Rain
15 days/mo
Sunshine
8.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Recurring showers across the month.
48%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
11.2 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
It rarely feels hot, though humidity can be noticeable during rainy periods.
LowAug heat feel
Easy air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 61° and nights feel near 60°.
FreezingVery coldColdCoolNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
43%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August stays around 66°F through the day and night.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning65°F
Rain31%
Cloud56%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Midday66°F
Rain27%
Cloud55%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon66°F
Rain22%
Cloud56%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Best windowevening66°F
Rain25%
Cloud57%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Wind pattern
Breezy conditions are typical in August. More a comfort consideration than a planning concern.
15 mphAug Breezy
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 31, 2026
Data & methodology