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Shenzhen in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Shenzhen in August 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Shenzhen in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +90°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 29 rainy days in the month and around 317 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Shenzhen;

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
317 mm
Total precipitation
84%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
29 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Shenzhen has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Shenzhen in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Shenzhen 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 +95°F and a minimum of +79°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +91°F to +90°F.

Is Shenzhen warm or cold in August?

Shenzhen 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 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 Shenzhen, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Shenzhen in August

Shenzhen weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+90°F+90°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+70°F+72°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+99°F+100°F+99°F
Rainfall
252 mm317 mm214 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
83%84%81%
Air pressure
1004 HPa1004 HPa1008 HPa
Sunny days
113
Cloudy days
214
Rainy days
282923
Snowy days
000

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 252 mm to 317 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 1 sunny days during the month.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Shenzhen is gradually increasing during August, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Shenzhen based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 94% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 334 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 34 mm, which is moderate rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Shenzhen, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Shenzhen wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 94% chance of precipitation and 317 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Shenzhen?

This is the weather in Shenzhen in August 2023:
1 August
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+91°F
2 August
☀️
+91°F
3 August
🌧️
+94°F
4 August
☁️
+92°F
5 August
☁️
+94°F
6 August
☀️
+95°F
7 August
☁️
+94°F
8 August
☁️
+93°F
9 August
☁️
+95°F
10 August
🌧️
+90°F
11 August
🌧️
+90°F
12 August
🌧️
+91°F
13 August
🌧️
+90°F
14 August
☁️
+90°F
15 August
☁️
+93°F
16 August
🌧️
+93°F
17 August
☁️
+93°F
18 August
☁️
+91°F
19 August
🌧️
+90°F
20 August
🌧️
+90°F
21 August
☁️
+91°F
22 August
🌧️
+92°F
23 August
🌧️
+92°F
24 August
☁️
+89°F
25 August
☁️
+91°F
26 August
🌧️
+91°F
27 August
☁️
+92°F
28 August
🌧️
+91°F
29 August
🌧️
+90°F
30 August
☁️
+91°F
31 August
☁️
+90°F
In August 2023 Shenzhen had 2 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 13 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +91°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +90°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 64%. 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 Shenzhen climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+77°F) and the highest in 2021 (+82°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 1162 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 2932 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Shenzhen in August:

Is August a good time to visit Shenzhen?

It’s always a good time to visit Shenzhen, 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 Shenzhen in August?

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

Is Shenzhen rainy in August?

Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Shenzhen, 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.