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Chongqing weather in August (Chongqing Area, China)

Looking to travel to Chongqing in August? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Chongqing generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. August is a summer month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 34°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Chongqing in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 153 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 167 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Chongqing. March, April, May, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, June, July, August and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chongqing climate page with graphs.

 

Chongqing, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 153 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 167 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48%  

Where to go in China in August

Find out more about the weather in China in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chongqing in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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