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Otaru weather in August

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Otaru August weather at a glance

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In August, Otaru averages 23.4°C, with typical highs of 26.4°C and lows of 20.3°C. The historical average is 22 wet days and 84% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in August, it is 3.8°C cooler than Seoul, with 6 more wet days.

Otaru August temperature & humidity

Average23.4°CHigh 26.4° / low 20.3°
Humidity84%
Wet days22 days69% of days
Day–night range6.1°

Otaru August rain & wet days

Wet days22 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days69%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Otaru in August

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 22 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

  • DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 26.4°C
  • Morning & eveningLight layer for air-conditioned rooms · average low 20.3°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglassesRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrellaSpare quick-dry top
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Otaru August sunrise & sunset times

2026 August · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th04:41
Sunset on the 15th18:39
Daylight duration13h 58m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-08-0104:2618:5814h 32m
2026-08-1504:4118:3913h 58m
2026-08-3104:5918:1413h 15m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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August weather by year

August 202423.1°23 wet days, 88% humidity
August 202523.6°20 wet days, 80% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

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432°22°1.5mm
527°23°7.2mm
628°22°6.4mm
727°21°24mm
824°20°18mm
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1026°20°3.5mm
1127°21°2.3mm
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1429°20°2.1mm
1527°23°1.5mm
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1726°21°16mm
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1927°20°18mm
2030°22°1.1mm
2125°20°3.7mm
2225°18°4.3mm
2328°21°9.5mm
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2630°21°1.1mm
2726°20°19mm
2823°19°3.5mm
2923°19°3.3mm
3023°19°1.6mm
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Frequently asked questions

What is Otaru weather like in August?

In August, Otaru averages 23.4°C, with typical highs of 26.4°C and lows of 20.3°C. The historical average is 22 wet days and 84% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Otaru in August?

There are about 22 wet days in August. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Otaru in August?

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 22 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

What are the best months to visit Otaru?

Recent weather data rates June, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Otaru weather in August in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Otaru in August?

On 2026-08-15, calculated sunrise is 04:41 and sunset is 18:39 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations