Jiangsu Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Jiangsu, China in August.

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Suzhou Nanjing Wuxi Changzhou

Are you planning a trip a to Jiangsu, China in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Jiangsu in August

Jiangsu, China is a region in China. August in Jiangsu generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. The month of August is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Qidong to 33°C (91°F) in Shengze. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Shengze and 26°C (79°F) in Qidong. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Jiangsu, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Qidong with an average of 164 mm (6.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Hai'an with 195 mm (7.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Suzhou enjoys approximately 207 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Jiangsu in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Jiangsu.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Jiangsu

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Jiangsu, China?

Temperature range in Jiangsu (August)

Precipitation variation in Jiangsu (August)

Suzhou

In August Suzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
207 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Suzhou →

Nanjing

In August Nanjing generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
201 hours
163 hours
Monthly rainfall
215 mm (8.5 in)
177 mm (7 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Nanjing →

Wuxi

In August Wuxi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
207 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Wuxi →

Changzhou

In August Changzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
245 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Changzhou →

Kunshan

In August Kunshan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
207 hours
172 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kunshan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Jiangsu, in China.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Jiangsu in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Suzhou 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nanjing 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Wuxi 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Changzhou 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Kunshan 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Nantong 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)

Jiangsu weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Jiangsu, China in August?

Expect poor weather across Jiangsu, China in August. The popular destination of Suzhou averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Jiangsu, China in August?

Average temperatures in Jiangsu, China during August range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Suzhou.

Does Jiangsu, China get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Jiangsu, China peaks during August. Suzhou averages roughly 166 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Jiangsu, China?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Jiangsu, China with often tolerable weather in Suzhou.

Generally speaking, September and October provide perfect weather in Suzhou. In contrast, January, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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