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Sichuan Weather in August

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

Planning a journey to Sichuan, China this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Sichuan in August

Sichuan, China is a region in China. Sichuan, China has a wide variety of climate types. During August, you can expect temperatures that range from mild to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Daocheng at 15°C (59°F) and very warm in Suining at 34°C (93°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Suining and 6°C (43°F) in Daocheng. 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.

For specific regional insights in Sichuan, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Aba with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Ya'an with 336 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Chengdu as an example - it receives around 155 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Sichuan by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sichuan — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chengdu)

Best Places to Visit in Sichuan in August

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in Sichuan

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

Temperature range in Sichuan (August)

Precipitation variation in Sichuan (August)

Chengdu

In August Chengdu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
155 hours
79 hours
Monthly rainfall
305 mm (12 in)
291 mm (11 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Emeishan

In August Emeishan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
311 mm (12 in)
317 mm (12 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Jiuzhaigou

In August Jiuzhaigou generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Mianyang

In August Mianyang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
270 mm (11 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Ya'an

In August Ya'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
293 mm (12 in)
336 mm (13 in)
204 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chengdu 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 291 mm (11 in)
Emeishan 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 317 mm (12 in)
Jiuzhaigou 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Mianyang 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Ya'an 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 336 mm (13 in)
Xichang 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)

Sichuan weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

August in Sichuan, China brings poor weather. In Chengdu, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 23°C (73°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Chengdu peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in August, dropping to about 23°C (73°F) overnight.

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

Yes. August brings heavy rainfall to Sichuan, China, with Chengdu averaging around 291 mm (11 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Sichuan, China?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Sichuan, China due to the typically poor weather in Chengdu.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, April, May, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Chengdu. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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