August weather forecast
Kunming, China

August in Kunming sustains the monsoon conditions, bringing nearly as much rain as July at 204mm (8.03"). The humidity peaks, imbuing the city with a moist, tropical atmosphere. Despite high humidity, the nighttime provides relief with relatively cooler temperatures. The flora is in full bloom, offering vibrant landscapes for nature enthusiasts. Most tourists prefer to visit the city's museums and indoor attractions during this rain-soaked month.

Temperature

Kunming marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F), subtly divergent from July's 24°C (75.2°F). An average temperature of 16.2°C (61.2°F) is recorded during the nights in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Kunming. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 204mm (8.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:53. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:28 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Kunming is 4.7h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kunming. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 12 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.