China weather in August
Considering a trip to China this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in China in August?
China has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from moderate to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy. During August, summer is in full swing.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between moderate in Qilian at 14°C to very warm in Turfan at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Turfan and 3°C in Qilian. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ruoqiang with an average of 4 mm to heavy rainfall in Weizhouxu with 406 mm. The city Beijing usually sees around 210 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
For a closer look at August's conditions in China, see the map below. For a more detailed look at China's yearly weather, check out our China climate page.
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Average weather in Beijing
In August Beijing generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Shanghai
In August Shanghai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Guangzhou
In August Guangzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chengdu
In August Chengdu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Xi'an
In August Xi'an generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is August the best time to visit China?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Beijing, August might be a good time to visit China. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
Generally speaking, April, September and October provide perfect weather in Beijing. In contrast, January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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