If you plan to visit Hangzhou in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +33°C during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 22 rainy days in the month and around 142 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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August is usually the hottest month of the year in Hangzhou;
Average weather
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+33°C
Avg. max. temperature
+17°C
Min.
+43°C
Max.
142 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
22 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Hangzhou has OK weather in August.
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Average temperature in Hangzhou in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Hangzhou for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +37°C during the day to a minimum of +21°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +33°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 19% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +31°C to +28°C.
Is Hangzhou warm or cold in August?
Hangzhou is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +33°C to +33°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +26°C to +25°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is the hottest month in Hangzhou, here is the comparison with other months:
Climate in Hangzhou in August
Hangzhou weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+33°C
+33°C
+28°C
Min. temperature
+18°C
+17°C
+11°C
Max. temperature
+42°C
+43°C
+39°C
Rainfall
178 mm
142 mm
118 mm
Wind
1 m/s
1 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
76%
77%
79%
Air pressure
1003 HPa
1004 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
4
Cloudy days
8
6
10
Rainy days
20
22
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
August often has better weather than July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +33°C for average maximum temperature during the day.As August arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 178 mm to 142 mm.Humidity rises from 76% to 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 1 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 Hangzhou in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Hangzhou is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Hangzhou based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 68% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 125 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 mm, which is considered light rain.August is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Hangzhou wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 67% chance of precipitation and 302 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 46 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Hangzhou?
This is the weather in Hangzhou in August 2024:
1 August
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+31°C
2 August
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+34°C
3 August
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+33°C
4 August
🌧️
+33°C
5 August
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+35°C
6 August
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+36°C
7 August
🌧️
+32°C
8 August
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+33°C
9 August
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+33°C
10 August
☀️
+35°C
11 August
☁️
+36°C
12 August
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+37°C
13 August
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+36°C
14 August
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+33°C
15 August
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+31°C
16 August
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+34°C
17 August
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+32°C
18 August
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+32°C
19 August
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+33°C
20 August
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+34°C
21 August
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+35°C
22 August
🌧️
+33°C
23 August
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+31°C
24 August
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+33°C
25 August
☁️
+33°C
26 August
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+33°C
27 August
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+34°C
28 August
🌧️
+31°C
29 August
🌧️
+25°C
30 August
🌧️
+23°C
31 August
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+28°C
In August 2024 Hangzhou had 8 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +33°C, with an absolute maximum of +37°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in August?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Hangzhou climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Hangzhou in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+19°C) and the highest in 2012 (+24°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 914 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 2005 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Hangzhou in August:
Is August a good time to visit Hangzhou?
It’s always a good time to visit Hangzhou, 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 Hangzhou in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Hangzhou. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Hangzhou rainy in August?
Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou in August?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou, 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.
