August · China
Best time to visit Chengdu in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chengdu in August
Average temperature 28°C, 208 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
4.4/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 208 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Chengdu scores 4.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 208 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Teahouses, pandas, and a stubbornly slow pace define Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan cuisine.
August in Chengdu: expect compromises
August averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 75%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
208 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.4/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 8.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? March scores 4.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chengdu in August?
- In August, Chengdu averages 28°C, 208 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Chengdu?
- August earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chengdu in August?
- Expect about 208 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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