Beijing Weather in August

Beautiful Summer Scenery in Beijing

Weather: It is still very hot in Beijing. The highest temperatures may reach 38 °C (100 °F). August has almost as much rain as July, Beijing's wettest month, but still only a moderate amount at 160mm (6 inches). There are occasional thunderstorms, so bring an umbrella.

Clothing: Summer clothing is generally enough even in the evenings.

Be aware: August is in the peak travel season, and tourist attractions are very crowded. Hotel rates and flights are considerably higher than usual. Booking in advance is recommended.

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Beijing Average Daily Temperatures Based on Historical Data

Date Average High Average Low
August   1 86 °F 30 °C 71 °F 21.67 °C
August   2 86 °F 30 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   3 86 °F 30 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   4 86 °F 30 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   5 86 °F 30 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   6 86 °F 30 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   7 86 °F 30 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   8 85 °F 29.44 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   9 85 °F 29.44 °C 70 °F 21.11 °C
August   10 85 °F 29.44 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
August   11 85 °F 29.44 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
August   12 85 °F 29.44 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
August   13 85 °F 29.44 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
August   14 85 °F 29.44 °C 69 °F 20.56 °C
August   15 85 °F 29.44 °C 68 °F 20 °C
August   16 85 °F 29.44 °C 68 °F 20 °C
August   17 84 °F 28.89 °C 68 °F 20 °C
August   18 84 °F 28.89 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
August   19 84 °F 28.89 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
August   20 84 °F 28.89 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
August   21 84 °F 28.89 °C 67 °F 19.44 °C
August   22 84 °F 28.89 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
August   23 83 °F 28.33 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
August   24 83 °F 28.33 °C 66 °F 18.89 °C
August   25 83 °F 28.33 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
August   26 83 °F 28.33 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
August   27 83 °F 28.33 °C 65 °F 18.33 °C
August   28 83 °F 28.33 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
August   29 82 °F 27.78 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
August   30 82 °F 27.78 °C 64 °F 17.78 °C
August   31 82 °F 27.78 °C 63 °F 17.22 °C

Beijing Climate Information by Month

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Q: Lorna Trusdale Asked on 2013-05-08 Reply
We are doing SHANGHAI-BEIJIN VIKING EMERALD RIVER CRUISE. Flying from UK 23 Aug 2014 - Shangai 2 nights hotel stay then board ship at Wuhan - disembark 31 August 2014 in Chongging. (If we get rain, will it be all day long - or just heavy showers). Then we are in Xian 2 nights and 3 Nights Beijing. WILL WE GET VERY WET DURING THIS TIME OF YEAR
Dear Lorna, Based on the former data, it will be rainy during that period in these places, but it won't too heavy. In Shanghai, it might last for a long time. Here is an useful website for checking the new information. You could search it before leaving for China. Please click: http://www.weather.com.cn/english/ Lussie Lu Replied on 2013-05-08
Q: Sarah Asked on 2013-01-23 Reply
hi,,,me and my family are planning to go to BEIJING in 7th august...to 16th august l...what is the weather??n the beat place that we can go??

Hi Sarah,  It is very hot in Beijing, with highest temperature of 38 °C (100 °F).

Good places to go: the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Tian'anmen Square, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Hutong, Beijing Zoo(to see the panda), Cuandixia Village,  Tanzhe Temple, etc.

If you need any tour service, please feel free to contact me via whitney@chinahighlights.net Nice day!

Whitney Liao Replied on 2013-01-23
Q: Lee Asked on 2012-08-05 Reply
hi,checking for a client who is planning to visit shenyang from 09-14aug follow by 14-19aug to Bejing,pls advise the weather condition n wat to wear......tks

The average temperature is about 24 centigrade,you can just bring T-shirts.

Leon Long Replied on 2012-08-06
Q: Elza Asked on 2012-07-17 Reply
I plan to visit Beijing - Tianjin on 29 Aug - 4 Sep. How is the weather condition? I shall need advise regarding the clothing that i should bring. How is the humidity? do i need to change clothes very often, if the weather is hot?Thanks

Hi Elza,

   Thank you for your inquiry. The weather on Aug. and Sep. in Beijing will be hot and humid. You can bring T-shirts and shorts. Since you are going to visit Beijing, you could visit our website of Beijing Tour for reference http://www.chinahighlights.com/beijing/tours.htm . We offer both specialized tailor made tours and the customized tours. If you need, please feel free to contact me at alice@chinahighlights.net. Regards, Alice.

Alice Cai Replied on 2012-07-18
Q: yog Asked on 2012-07-15 Reply
Hi, I''m traveling to Beijing on 4th - 8th August on business with my fly. Will be reaching there on Saturday afternoon and leaving the next Saturday morning. Am going to stay at the Crowne Plaza Sun Palace Beijing.Will be on work on all weekdays except Friday where I''ll be working for half a day only. Could you suggest an itinerary with must visit places please? My 1 year old child is traveling with me btw. How much would it costs to use your service for transport & guide?

I understand that you would arrive at Beijing on Aug. 4 and leave on Aug. 11, and work from Aug. 6-10, remain 1.5 days for visiting around Beijing (Aug. 5 and half day for Aug. 10), so i am afraid we only can pick up the most two important scenic spots there (Great Wall and Forbidden City). As it takes 1.5 hours to reach the less-crowd Mutianyu Great Wall section, so my initial plan will be Great Wall tour for Aug. 5 and half day to Forbidden City in Aug. 10 afternoon. The total cost for you (one people) is USD324 (1 year old baby is free of charge). When you are attending the conference, who will take care of your baby? If it is father, mother and baby's group, the total cost is USD390.

If you need the airport transfer service (USD30 for one people's group, USD60 for two people's group), please let me know.

If you are interested in these service, please email me before July 25.

Karen (karen@chinahighlights.net)

Karen Yang Replied on 2012-07-16