Dunhuang weather in August (Gansu, China)

How does the weather in Dunhuang usually fare in August? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Dunhuang in August, characterized by very high temperatures and low rainfall. Summer occurs in August. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 33°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 18°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Dunhuang in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 5.9 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 3 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 317 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dunhuang, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 10%  

Precipitation 5.9 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 45%  

Sunshine 317 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 75%  

Where to go in China in August

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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