August · China
Best time to visit Harbin in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Harbin in August
Average temperature 22°C, 169 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
1.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 169 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Harbin scores 1.7/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 22°C, 169 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Harbin's ice festival, Russian churches and Siberian winters make it China's frozen north.
August in Harbin: expect compromises
August averages 22°C (71°F) — warm by ski standards, so expect soft afternoon snow low on the mountain and firmer, better riding early.
At 169 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 1.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 8.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? November scores 6.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Harbin in August?
- In August, Harbin averages 22°C, 169 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Harbin?
- August earns a 1.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Harbin in August?
- Expect about 169 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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