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Beijing in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Beijing in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Beijing in August 2025

Good Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
Are you considering a trip to Beijing in August? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +88°F and about 5 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 17 rainy days and 139 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the wettest month of the year in Beijing;

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+120°F
Max.
139 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Beijing has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Beijing in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Beijing for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in August is +88°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +95°F during the day and a minimum of +63°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 6% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +82°F.

Is Beijing warm or cold in August?

Beijing is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +73°F to +72°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is one of the warmest months in Beijing, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Beijing in August

Beijing weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+90°F+88°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+59°F+54°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+117°F+120°F+109°F
Rainfall
163 mm139 mm56 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
70%73%65%
Air pressure
1002 HPa1005 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
459
Cloudy days
8910
Rainy days
191710
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. It’s getting colder in August. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +88°F. As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 163 mm to 139 mm. Humidity rises from 70% to 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 4 to 5.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Beijing in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Beijing is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Beijing based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 80 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during August, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
August is one of the rainiest months in Beijing, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Beijing wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 163 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Beijing?

This is the weather in Beijing in August 2023:
1 August
🌧️
+84°F
2 August
☁️
+90°F
3 August
☁️
+92°F
4 August
☁️
+93°F
5 August
☁️
+93°F
6 August
☁️
+85°F
7 August
☁️
+82°F
8 August
☁️
+88°F
9 August
🌧️
+91°F
10 August
☁️
+85°F
11 August
🌧️
+83°F
12 August
☀️
+86°F
13 August
☀️
+93°F
14 August
☀️
+94°F
15 August
☀️
+93°F
16 August
☁️
+94°F
17 August
☁️
+89°F
18 August
☀️
+94°F
19 August
☀️
+94°F
20 August
🌧️
+87°F
21 August
☀️
+85°F
22 August
☀️
+87°F
23 August
☁️
+87°F
24 August
🌧️
+75°F
25 August
☁️
+82°F
26 August
☁️
+82°F
27 August
☁️
+79°F
28 August
☀️
+85°F
29 August
☀️
+84°F
30 August
☁️
+86°F
31 August
☀️
+83°F
In August 2023 Beijing had 11 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +75°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Beijing climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Beijing in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+62°F) and the highest in 2019 (+71°F). The driest year was 1997 with only 345 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1979 with 820 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Beijing in August:

Is August a good time to visit Beijing?

August is a really good time to go to Beijing. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Beijing.

Can you sunbathe in Beijing in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Beijing. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Beijing rainy in August?

Beijing is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Beijing in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Beijing in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in China

Check out the weather for other cities in China.

Monthly weather in Beijing

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Beijing, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.