If you plan to visit Shantou in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +90°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 216 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Shantou;
Average weather
☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
216 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shantou has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Shantou in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Shantou for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +97°F during the day to a minimum of +79°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +90°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 30% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +84°F.
Is Shantou warm or cold in August?
Shantou is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +90°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +81°F to +79°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 Shantou, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Shantou in August
Shantou weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+90°F
+90°F
+86°F
Min. temperature
+72°F
+73°F
+66°F
Max. temperature
+100°F
+99°F
+95°F
Rainfall
178 mm
216 mm
155 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
83%
84%
80%
Air pressure
1005 HPa
1004 HPa
1008 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
5
Cloudy days
3
3
6
Rainy days
23
23
18
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as ok as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +90°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 178 mm to 216 mm.Humidity rises from 83% to 84%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Shantou in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Shantou is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Shantou based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 74% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 167 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 59 mm, which is considered heavy 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 Shantou, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Shantou wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 80% chance of precipitation and 230 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 38 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Shantou?
This is the weather in Shantou in August 2024:
1 August
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+89°F
2 August
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+93°F
3 August
☀️
+96°F
4 August
☀️
+94°F
5 August
☀️
+95°F
6 August
☀️
+94°F
7 August
☀️
+92°F
8 August
☀️
+92°F
9 August
☁️
+95°F
10 August
🌧️
+91°F
11 August
🌧️
+86°F
12 August
🌧️
+86°F
13 August
🌧️
+88°F
14 August
☀️
+91°F
15 August
☀️
+91°F
16 August
☀️
+92°F
17 August
🌧️
+90°F
18 August
☀️
+91°F
19 August
🌧️
+88°F
20 August
🌧️
+84°F
21 August
☁️
+90°F
22 August
☀️
+90°F
23 August
🌧️
+90°F
24 August
🌧️
+89°F
25 August
☁️
+91°F
26 August
🌧️
+88°F
27 August
🌧️
+88°F
28 August
🌧️
+91°F
29 August
☁️
+90°F
30 August
☀️
+90°F
31 August
🌧️
+84°F
In August 2024 Shantou had 13 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 13 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Shantou climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Shantou in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+75°F) and the highest in 2021 (+81°F). The driest year was 2009 with only 926 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1990 with 2054 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shantou in August:
Is August a good time to visit Shantou?
It’s always a good time to visit Shantou, 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 Shantou in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Shantou. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Shantou rainy in August?
Shantou 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 Shantou in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Shantou in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Shantou, 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.
