Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Shanghai, China, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 29°C (85°F). Highs can soar to 36°C (96°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Shanghai throughout August hovers around 91%.
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In August, Shanghai averages 167 mm (6.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 13 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 14 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 34% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Shanghai reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||