Chengdu in August
5.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C. Very wet: about 20 rainy days.
30°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
20Rainy days (287 mm)
13:07 hDaylight
06:34Sunrise · 19:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 30°C
- Very wet: about 20 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.7 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 3°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 6.9 |
| February | 12°C | 5°C | 7 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.2 |
| March | 17°C | 9°C | 19 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 23°C | 14°C | 44 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 27°C | 19°C | 66 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 29°C | 21°C | 130 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| July | 30°C | 23°C | 294 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 30°C | 22°C | 287 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 26°C | 19°C | 134 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 21°C | 15°C | 39 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.8 |
| November | 16°C | 10°C | 16 mm | 4 | – | – | 7.6 |
| December | 11°C | 4°C | 4 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Chengdu in August?
Daytime highs average 30°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Chengdu?
The best months are April, May, October, March.