August weather forecast
Beijing, China

August sustains July's heat with a maximum temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F), marking it as a part of Beijing’s hot summer period. While the temperature remains high, there is a slight dip in rainfall to 160mm (6.3") from July's peak. Regardless of this slight decrease in precipitation, humidity stays near its yearly high. The potent sun prompts the inhabitants to pull out their sun hats. With longer days, the city keeps buzzing with activities until late.

Temperature

The transition into August in Beijing reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), mirroring a close resemblance to July. The temperature in Beijing dips to an average of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during August nights.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout August, 160mm (6.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Beijing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.6 days and collects up to 572mm (22.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Beijing, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of August in Beijing, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:47 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.1h.

UV index

In Beijing, China, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure you act responsibly. Without precautions, skin and eyes can suffer. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.