August weather forecast
Shangri-La, China

Shangri-La in August witnesses a deluge, with rainfall reaching its peak at a hefty 151mm (5.94"), an annual high. Despite the city being in the throes of the monsoon season, daylight and sunshine persist, affording a beautiful contrast of sunshine and showers. This creates an enchanting atmosphere, as sunshine follows the intermittent showers. The dropping temperatures in the upcoming September indicate that the city is preparing for a shift towards the cooler months.

Temperature

Shangri-La registers an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 18.9°C (66°F) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. Shangri-La's average low-temperature during August nights is observed to be a chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F).

Rainfall

In Shangri-La, in August, it is raining for 23.1 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.4 rainfall days, and 647mm (25.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:43 CST.

Sunshine

June through October, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Practice all essential precautions. Protection against sun damage is crucial. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.