Lanzhou in August
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
14Rainy days (101 mm)
13:22 hDaylight
06:28Sunrise · 19:50 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±3.6 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 | 1°C | -11°C | 4 mm | 2 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 5°C | -7°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.6 |
| March | 12°C | -2°C | 13 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 18°C | 5°C | 24 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 22°C | 10°C | 45 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 25°C | 14°C | 58 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| July | 27°C | 16°C | 86 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 26°C | 15°C | 101 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 21°C | 10°C | 72 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 15°C | 4°C | 39 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| November | 9°C | -4°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 3°C | -9°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lanzhou in August?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Lanzhou?
The best months are May, June, April, July.