VietnamAverage weather for Sapa in August
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.
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. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
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.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
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.
In August, there is an average of 379 mm of precipitation, spread over 28 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sapa in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
30°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
27°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
379 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
28 days | 13 days | |
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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.
Is August a good time to visit Sapa?
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.
The typhoon season in Sapa runs from June to November.
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.
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Daily Temperature in August in Sapa
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Sapa, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Sapa
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Sapa, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 28 days of precipitation in Sapa.
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.
Temperature in August in Sapa over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Sapa, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Sapa over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Sapa, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Sapa
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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.
