August Rainfall and Precipitation in Gansu

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Gansu, China in August.

Gansu, China, a region in China, experiences precipitation in August ranging from low in Dunhuang with 5.9 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall to high in Pingliang with 155 mm (6.1 in) of rainfall. August falls during the summer season. If you're planning to visit during August, be prepared for the highest rainfall of the year in Gansu, China.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Gansu precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Gansu, China receive in August?

Lanzhou sees moderate rainfall in August, averaging around 99 mm (3.9 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Gansu, China in August?

Lanzhou sees roughly 13 days rainy days during August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Gansu, China?

Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Gansu, China.

What is the wettest city in August in Gansu, China?

Based on our records, Pingliang receives the most rainfall in Gansu, China in August, averaging about 155 mm (6.1 in).

What is the driest city in August in Gansu, China?

In our records, Dunhuang stands out as the driest city in Gansu, China for August, averaging just 5.9 mm (0.2 in).

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