Reykjavík vs Shanghai in August

Reykjavík is the better pick in August — 83 vs 54 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Reykjavík is cool, rainy, clean air, while Shanghai is sweltering, rainy, poor air quality.

Reykjavík vs ShanghaiAugust climate, side by side

ReykjavíkShanghai
Comfort score83/100 (A)54/100 (D)
Feels-like high12°C37°C
Avg high / low14° / 9°31° / 26°
Rainfall84 mm144 mm
Rainy days1413
Humidity82%79%
Air quality (AQI)28114

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Reykjavík vs Shanghai in August — FAQ

Is August better in Reykjavík or Shanghai?
Reykjavík is the better pick in August — 83 vs 54 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Reykjavík is cool, rainy, clean air, while Shanghai is sweltering, rainy, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Reykjavík vs Shanghai in August?
In August, Reykjavík averages 14°C high / 9°C low with about 84 mm of rain; Shanghai averages 31°C high / 26°C low with about 144 mm.