August · China
Best time to visit Nanjing in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nanjing in August
Average temperature 30°C, 144 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
3.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 144 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Nanjing scores 3.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 30°C, 144 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nanjing is a former Chinese capital on the Yangtze, known for Ming walls, plane trees and its memorials.
August in Nanjing — off-season conditions
Days in August average 30°C (85°F) and humidity near 76% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
144 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 3.9/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Nanjing — 4.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nanjing in August?
- In August, Nanjing averages 30°C, 144 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Nanjing?
- August earns a 3.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nanjing in August?
- Expect about 144 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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