VietnamThe weather in August in Sapa
It's warm in August in Sapa with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 21°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Sapa. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Sapa, Vietnam. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Sapa reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 21°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 16°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 379 mm of precipitation, spread over 29 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Sapa
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sapa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Sapa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 379 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 29 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Sapa with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Sapa is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The typhoon season in Sapa runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Sapa, Vietnam. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Sapa
Temperature in August in Sapa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Sapa, Vietnam. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Sapa
Total precipitation in August in Sapa over the years
Daily UV index in August in Sapa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Sapa, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Sapa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sapa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.