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Guangzhou in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Guangzhou in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
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Rainy
Guangzhou in August usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +91°F and roughly 1 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 28 rainy days with an average precipitation of 283 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Guangzhou;

Average weather

☀️
+91°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
283 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
28 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Guangzhou has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Guangzhou in August

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

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +91°F with a maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +79°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +90°F.

Is Guangzhou warm or cold in August?

Guangzhou is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +91°F to +91°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +81°F to +81°F.

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

August is the hottest month in Guangzhou, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Guangzhou in August

Guangzhou weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+91°F+91°F+90°F
Min. temperature
+73°F+73°F+63°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+100°F+99°F
Rainfall
256 mm283 mm185 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
80%81%78%
Air pressure
1004 HPa1004 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
113
Cloudy days
225
Rainy days
282822
Snowy days
000

August often has better weather than July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +91°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 256 mm to 283 mm. Humidity rises from 80% to 81%. Winds are calmer in comparison to July, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 1 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Guangzhou based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in August is about 205 mm, with a 74% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Guangzhou, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Guangzhou wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 93% chance of precipitation and 366 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Guangzhou?

This is the weather in Guangzhou in August 2023:
1 August
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+90°F
2 August
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+93°F
3 August
☁️
+96°F
4 August
☁️
+95°F
5 August
☁️
+95°F
6 August
☁️
+93°F
7 August
☁️
+93°F
8 August
☁️
+93°F
9 August
☁️
+95°F
10 August
🌧️
+89°F
11 August
☁️
+90°F
12 August
☁️
+92°F
13 August
🌧️
+91°F
14 August
☁️
+91°F
15 August
☁️
+90°F
16 August
🌧️
+95°F
17 August
☁️
+90°F
18 August
🌧️
+91°F
19 August
🌧️
+91°F
20 August
🌧️
+89°F
21 August
☁️
+92°F
22 August
🌧️
+92°F
23 August
🌧️
+90°F
24 August
☁️
+91°F
25 August
🌧️
+90°F
26 August
☁️
+91°F
27 August
🌧️
+91°F
28 August
🌧️
+92°F
29 August
☁️
+86°F
30 August
☁️
+87°F
31 August
☁️
+90°F
In August 2023 Guangzhou had 0 sunny days, 20 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 55%. 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 Guangzhou climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+78°F) and the highest in 2020 (+83°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 1439 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 3629 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Guangzhou in August:

Is August a good time to visit Guangzhou?

It’s always a good time to visit Guangzhou, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Guangzhou in August?

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

Is Guangzhou rainy in August?

Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Guangzhou, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.