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Golmud Weather in August
Thinking of visiting Golmud in August? Expect high temperatures reaching 23°C (73°F) during the day, dropping to 11°C (52°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.
Rainfall in Golmud in August
Rain is expected on roughly 6 days, totalling around 23 mm (0.9 in) for the month. When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.
Temperature in Golmud in August
Golmud in August has excellent weather. Days reach 23°C (73°F) and nights cool to 11°C (52°F). August is a notable month of the summer season. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 11°C (52°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Golmud.
Golmud Temperature in August
Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
20%
Precipitation
23 mm (0.9 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Golmud Weather by Month
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Best Places in China in August
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Golmud in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers.
What To Do in Golmud in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping10/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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Popular in August
Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Hangzhou
34°C (93°F) Guangzhou34°C (93°F) Shanghai32°C (90°F) Xi'an
33°C (91°F) Beijing32°C (90°F) Shenzhen32°C (90°F) Chengdu31°C (88°F) Qingdao29°C (84°F) Bucket list
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Mount Kailash
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