Wuhan Weather in August

Season: Summer
In short:
1. Hot days almost cover the entire month of August in Wuhan.
2. Although the total rainfall of Wuhan in August is not high, the city can receive short-term heavy rain and thunderstorms this month.
3. It’ll not be so comfortable to travel to Wuhan in August, when temperature and humidity are both very high. For people visiting the city, sunstroke and sunburn prevention is essential.
 In general, the weather of Wuhan in August is marked by constant scorching heat, with the highest temperature being over 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) almost every day.

Specifically, in August, the daily high of Wuhan is mostly in a range from around 35 to 39°C (95 to 102°F), in which the weather is generally very hot. In such a high-temperature condition, people prefer staying indoors and doing fewer outdoor activities to prevent sunstroke. If you have an intention to visit the city this month, you’re advised to think twice about how to arrange itineraries.

Even after sunset, the weather can be still hot, and the daily low is basically from about 27 to 30°C (81 to 86°F). On most days, people may not feel an obvious temperature decrease in a day.

It’s further noteworthy that the city indeed has some days with not-so-high temperatures, but these situations are basically brought about by precipitation lasting for a long time, which is also a relatively bad factor during the tour.
 In August, the rainfall of Wuhan averages about 112 mm in about 9 days. Precipitation comes in various forms and is relatively unpredictable. Sometimes, light rain falls on and off for several consecutive days, and sometimes, thunderstorms suddenly happen in the afternoon. To make your Wuhan tour this month as smooth and convenient as possible, you’re suggested to keep a close eye on the weather forecast each day during the trip to make timely adjustments and also carry rain gear with you all the time.
 The climate of Wuhan in August further features high humidity of about 79% on average, indicating plenty of moisture in the air. The damp weather directly causes higher apparent temperatures. More specifically, people may have an unpleasantly stuffy feeling while strolling outdoors, and sweat doesn’t evaporate in time, bringing a sticky sensation.
 In August, there is a decrease in the daytime of Wuhan, from about 13.5 to 13 hours, which is still long enough to arrange sightseeing activities. Therefore, to have a relatively comfortable tour here, you can consider staying indoors around midday, which is the hottest in a day, and enjoying outdoor scenery at relatively cooler dawn, dusk, and night.

What cannot be ignored is that the city has sunlight duration as long as 8 hours each day on average, and such a large number shows how sunny the weather is. Besides, the city further gets strong sunshine radiation this month, with the highest UV index of 11. In view of these, it’s necessary to prevent sunstroke and sunburn.
 Clothes: Light and thin summer clothes are suggested, and those made of quick-dry / cool-feeling materials are better. To protect your skin from strong and sweltering sunshine, you can choose a T-shirt / a vest plus a sun-protective jacket as tops, and loose linen pants as bottoms.

Shoes: Sandals and mesh sneakers are suitable for sightseeing in downtown Wuhan, lightweight hiking shoes for climbing mountains, and water shoes for water parks.

Requisites: Sunglasses, a sun hat, an umbrella, a portable fan, and mosquito repellent.
 In view of the uncomfortably hot weather of Wuhan in August, it’s suggested to enjoy sightseeing in relatively cooler periods of the day. For example, before dawn, you can go to the Lingbomen of East Lake to wait for a sunrise over the water's surface. After this, the weather hasn’t been unbearably hot, perfect for visiting the landmark Yellow Crane Tower to avoid the crowd. On nights, cruising to view the Yangtze River Bridge is recommended.

Dazzling Night Scene in Wuhan

 To escape the baking heat and strong UV sunshine radiation, most people choose to visit indoor attractions with fresh and cool air brought by cooling facilities. For example, the Hubei Provincial Museum provides people with vast exhibition areas for admiring precious cultural relics, and the Chufeng Hanwei Section on the ground floor of the Dream Plaza boasts various restaurants selling authentic Wuhan snacks.

Bronze Ware in Hubei Provincial Museum

Exquisite Jade Articles on Display

 During outdoor sightseeing, suitable cooling measures include: drinking iced water / electrolyte water; trying to walk in shady areas; staying in cool cafes and milk tea stores several times in a day; and having a nap in the hotel room around hot noon.
 Here are also some destinations featuring comfortably cool water activities. In the Tingtao Scenic Area of East Lake, an outdoor swimming place allows people to enjoy summer relaxation. The Maya Water Park next to Happy Valley of Wuhan offers plenty of amusement facilities on water, and you can further enjoy drifting along a long pool.

Night Sightseeing in Wuhan East Lake

 Huangpi Mulan in the mountain area of Wuhan is also a wonderful summer resort, and this attraction is composed of a plurality of scenic areas featuring cool activities worth experiencing. Along the hiking track in Qingliangzhai, you can enjoy crisp mountain breezes and climb the gentle slope with a waterfall flowing over it. In the Mulan Heaven Lake, stream tracing under the tree shade is truly a cool experience in hot August.

Grassland in Wuhan Huangpi Mulan

 1. August is in Chinese schools’ summer vacations, during which Wuhan sees a lot of tourists, and tickets to popular attractions and hotel rooms are in heavy demand. If you plan to make a Wuhan tour this month, it’s better to choose weekdays and make reservations two weeks to one month in advance.

2. On rainy days, as long as the rain is not of heavy intensity, you can still have a not-bad tour. Here are two recommended destinations: One is Guiyuan Temple, where you will find the 100-year-old main hall and the luxuriant green trees in a tranquil atmosphere. The other is Heptachord Terrace, where wandering around the attraction and listening to the sounds of raindrops falling are wonderful things to relax the mind. Besides, bamboos and fine trees here are in a deep green hue this month, forming an excellent visual feast.