Zhangjiajie Weather in August
Season: Summer
What is the weather like in Zhangjiajie in August?
(1) Though downtown areas are hot, attractions in mountain areas can serve as summer resorts with relatively cozy temperature.
(2) The weather is changeable and a bit rainy.
(3) It’s the peak season and there are crowded tourists.
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| Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon in Hot August |
Temperature
In August, Zhangjiajie downtown still suffers from the hot summer weather. On most days, the highest temperature is about 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit). Sometime, it can soar up to around 40°C (105°F). Even in the coolest hours of the day, the temperature remain at about 25°C (77°F).
However, this doesn’t mean that you will have a terrible traveling experience: most attractions of Zhangjiajie are located in mountains, where the temperature is about 5 - 10°C (9 - 18°F) lower than that of the urban area, providing you some coolness in the hot summer.
Rainfall
For Zhangjiajie, August still belongs to the rainy season. However, compared with June and July, when the average monthly rainfall is over 200 mm, this month has much lower rainfall: on average, the city receives about 120 mm of rain in about 18 days in August.
Most of the time, the rain will not last long, but it may be heavy occasionally. Furthermore, in August with high temperature, fog easily forms in mountain areas during and after the rain. When the fog is light, it can provide you with a fairy-tale-like landscape; however, if the fog is heavy, you will see nothing.
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| Beautiful Sea of Clouds in Zhangjiajie |
Daytime & Sunshine Hours
The daytime is shortening this month, but don’t worry, it’s still about 13 hours long on average. The sunshine hours are about 7 per day on average, a relatively long level for Zhangjiajie, and the UV index is about 11 in August, indicating that sun protection is rather important.
Averages for Zhangjiajie Weather in August
Temperature: 27°C / 81°F
High Temperature: 33°C / 91°F
Low Temperature: 23°C / 73°F
Humidity: 76%
Rainfall: 120 mm
Sunrise: 05:59 ~ 06:15
Sunset: 19:01 ~ 19:30
Air Quality in August
Average AQI:25
Average AQI:25
A Not-Very-Recommended Month to Visit Zhangjiajie
In summer days, Zhangjiajie is full of green with birds' twitter, and the air is fresh with a high level of negative oxygen ions. However, from the perspectives of weather, cost and travel experience, August is not a very recommended month to explore Zhangjiajie:
(1) Though high-altitude attractions are cool and comfortable, low-altitude areas are hot at over 35°C (95°F), meaning transition from the railway station or airport to the hotel, and from the hotel to the scenic spots, and waiting in line at the entrance of the scenic spots can be suffering.
(1) Though high-altitude attractions are cool and comfortable, low-altitude areas are hot at over 35°C (95°F), meaning transition from the railway station or airport to the hotel, and from the hotel to the scenic spots, and waiting in line at the entrance of the scenic spots can be suffering.
(2) The rain is intense sometimes, leading to the closure of some attractions like Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge and some activities like rafting. What’s worse, the rain may lead to heavy fog that veils everything.
(3) August is in summer vacation in China: the famous attractions can be quite crowded and the hotel prices stay high, especially in the first half month.
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| Crowded and Foggy Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in August |
For visitors who only have time to visit Zhangjiajie in August, please read the following information before planning your trip.
What to Wear in Zhangjiajie in August
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Clothes & Shoes: General summer clothes like polo shirts, T-shirts, and shorts with thin and light material are fairly suitable for August weather of Zhangjiajie and can keep you cool. At the same time, thin long pants and thin jackets may need to be prepared for cooler early morning and late afternoon in high-altitude areas. Breathable sneakers and hiking shoes are also necessary. They’d better be anti-slip and waterproof to keep you safe on rainy days. Other Items: No matter where you plan to go during your trip in August in Zhangjiajie, raingear is indispensable since there are 18 rainy days on average. Besides, sunglasses, sunhats, and sunscreen cream are extremely important in August with strong sunshine. There are also many mosquitoes and other insects in mountain areas, so it would be better if you take some mosquito repellent. Tips for Visiting Zhangjiajie in August
1. If possible, you are recommended to visit Zhangjiajie in the late period of the month, when the summer vacation comes to an end and the number of tourists dramatically drops. Moreover, the temperature may also drop a little.
2. Book tickets for attractions in advance, especially for popular ones such as Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, and Tianmen Mountain, just in case they are sold out.
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| Wonderful Scenery in Zhangjiajie in Late August |
3. And it is advisable to book the ticket for the first time slot and try to enter the scenic spot when it’s just open. By doing so, you can largely avoid queues both at the entrance and within the attractions in crowded August.
4. Reserve hotels in advance, too. During such peak travel seasons, the earlier you make reservations, the more options you will have and the less money you may spend.
5. Be well prepared for the changeable weather of Zhangjiajie in August:
(1) Several days before your trip, when there are already fairly accurate weather forecasts for the days of your trip and the itinerary is still relatively easy to adjust, confirm whether it will rain. If it does, try to adjust your itinerary promptly, as thick fog is likely to form under such weather conditions, which may cause low visibility. Alternatively, you could consider visiting places like Furong Ancient Town and Phoenix Ancient Town, which are less affected by rain.
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| Fenghuang Ancient Town in Rain |
(2) In mountainous areas, the daily high is around 30°C (86°F) most of the time, when T-shirts are enough, but may drop to around 25°C (77°F) in rainy days, when a light jacket may be needed. Therefore, always check the next day’s temperature forecast the night before to wear clothes of proper thickness.
(3) Zhangjiajie climate is relatively unstable at this time, so you’d better bring sun protection items even on rainy days and rain gear even on sunny days.
What is the temperature in Zhangjiajie in August?
High/Low Temperatures of Zhangjiajie in August
Air Quality of Zhangjiajie in August
Historical Zhangjiajie Weather in August
| Aug | Temperature | Sunrise / Sunset | Humi- dity (%) | |
| High | Low | |||
| 1 | 34.2°C / 93.6°F | 24.6°C / 76.3°F | 05:59 / 19:30 | 74 |
| 2 | 34.1°C / 93.4°F | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 05:59 / 19:30 | 71 |
| 3 | 34.1°C / 93.4°F | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 06:00 / 19:29 | 61 |
| 4 | 34.1°C / 93.4°F | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 06:00 / 19:28 | 63 |
| 5 | 34.1°C / 93.4°F | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 06:01 / 19:27 | 64 |
| 6 | 34°C / 93.2°F | 24.5°C / 76.1°F | 06:01 / 19:26 | 60 |
| 7 | 34°C / 93.2°F | 24.4°C / 75.9°F | 06:02 / 19:26 | 62 |
| 8 | 33.9°C / 93°F | 24.4°C / 75.9°F | 06:03/ 19:25 | 89 |
| 9 | 33.8°C / 92.8°F | 24.4°C / 75.9°F | 06:03 / 19:24 | 68 |
| 10 | 33.7°C / 92.7°F | 24.3°C / 75.7°F | 06:04 / 19:23 | 65 |
| 11 | 33.6°C / 92.5°F | 24.3°C / 75.7°F | 06:04 / 19:22 | 86 |
| 12 | 33.5°C / 92.3°F | 24.2°C / 75.6°F | 06:05 / 19:21 | 99 |
| 13 | 33.4°C / 92.1°F | 24.1°C / 75.4°F | 06:05 / 19:20 | 92 |
| 14 | 33.3°C / 91.9°F | 24.1°C / 75.4°F | 06:06 / 19:19 | 83 |
| 15 | 33.2°C / 91.8°F | 24°C / 75.2°F | 06:06 / 19:18 | 75 |
| 16 | 33.1°C / 91.6°F | 23.9°C / 75°F | 06:07 / 19:17 | 76 |
| 17 | 32.9°C / 91.2°F | 23.8°C / 74.8°F | 06:08 / 19:16 | 73 |
| 18 | 32.8°C / 91°F | 23.8°C / 74.8°F | 06:08 / 19:15 | 66 |
| 19 | 32.8°C / 91°F | 23.7°C / 74.7°F | 06:09 / 19:14 | 69 |
| 20 | 32.7°C / 90.9°F | 23.6°C / 74.5°F | 06:09 / 19:13 | 75 |
| 21 | 32.6°C / 90.7°F | 23.5°C / 74.3°F | 06:10 / 19:12 | 77 |
| 22 | 32.4°C / 90.3°F | 23.3°C / 73.9°F | 06:10 / 19:11 | 75 |
| 23 | 32.3°C / 90.1°F | 23.2°C / 73.8°F | 06:11 / 19:10 | 75 |
| 24 | 32.2°C / 90°F | 23.1°C / 73.6°F | 06:11 / 19:09 | 86 |
| 25 | 32.1°C / 89.8°F | 23°C / 73.4°F | 06:12 / 19:08 | 77 |
| 26 | 31.9°C / 89.4°F | 22.9°C / 73.2°F | 06:12 / 19:07 | 78 |
| 27 | 31.8°C / 89.2°F | 22.7°C / 72.9°F | 06:13 / 19:06 | 74 |
| 28 | 31.7°C / 89.1°F | 22.6°C / 72.7°F | 06:13 / 19:05 | 83 |
| 29 | 31.5°C / 88.7°F | 22.4°C / 72.3°F | 06:14 / 19:04 | 92 |
| 30 | 31.4°C / 88.5°F | 22.3°C / 72.1°F | 06:14 / 19:02 | 82 |
| 31 | 31.3°C / 31.3°F | 22.2°C / 72°F | 06:15 / 19:01 | 73 |
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- Last updated on Sep. 04, 2025 by Demi Li -