China (Beijing) · August
Low seasonChina · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 3° (37°)-5– (23–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)14 (57) | 14° (57°)4– (39–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)12– (54–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)19– (66–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)23– (73–)38 (100) | 32° (90°)24– (75–)38 (100) | 31° (88°)24– (75–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 11° (52°)2– (36–)20 (68) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)10 (50) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -8° (18°)-14– (7–)-2 (28) | -6° (21°)-13– (9–)1 (34) | 1° (34°)-7– (19–)8 (46) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)15 (59) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)22 (72) | 8° (46°)0– (32–)15 (59) | 0° (32°)-7– (19–)7 (45) | -7° (19°)-13– (9–)-1 (30) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 6 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 0d1mm (0.1") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d9mm (0.4") | 2d22mm (0.8") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 6d69mm (2.7") | 8d193mm (7.6") | 7d125mm (4.9") | 5d66mm (2.6") | 2d26mm (1.0") | 1d15mm (0.6") | 0d2mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in September.
August is an acceptable travel month for China (Beijing) — conditions are fine, though May, June, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 31°C (88°F), cooling to 22°C (72°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 125 mm (4.9 in) total.
Sun protection, a hat, and plenty of water are essential at these temperatures. Plan activities for early morning or evening.
Hot, muggy and thundery: summer in Beijing brings short downpours that flood the streets, and plenty of haze. In the evening the parks fill with walkers, dance groups and card players. Sights are best visited early; by afternoon people look for shade or air conditioning.
Packing list for China (Beijing) in August
- Light summer clothes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit China (Beijing)?
- August is not an optimal month for China (Beijing) (Score: 65/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, and September.
- How warm is it in China (Beijing) in August?
- In August, China (Beijing) sees daily highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to 22°C (72°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in China (Beijing) in August?
- In August, China (Beijing) receives an average of 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does China (Beijing) get in August?
- China (Beijing) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in August — below the annual average.
