China weather in August
What is the weather like in China in August?
The weather conditions in China in August vary from poor to perfect depending on the destination. It is a summer month.
During August in China, the average maximum temperature varies from moderate in Yushu with 13°C (56°F) to very high in Nanchang with 33°C (92°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Nanchang and 1°C (33°F) in Yushu. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation in August varies from low in Hami with an average of 10mm (0.4 inches) of rainfall to heavy in Zhuhai with 431mm (17 inches).
It is also generally a
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To learn more about the weather conditions in specific areas of China, check out the map below.
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Popular destinations in China
What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in China?
Average weather in Beijing
In August Beijing generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (87°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (71°F) 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 high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high 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 32°C (89°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) 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 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Xi'an
In August Xi'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to go to China?
In our opinion August is a good time to visit China with commonly tolerable weather in Beijing. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit China is in April, May, September and October with generally perfect weather in Beijing.
The worst months are January and December that can have poor weather conditions.
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