City in Hunan, China
Changsha weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Changsha
Spring and autumn are mild. Jun–Aug is very hot and humid; winters are cold and damp without heating. Golden Week is packed.
Changsha weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan10°69 mm
- Feb14°91 mm
- Mar18°151 mm
- Apr24°180 mm
- May28°221 mm
- Jun30°238 mm
- Jul32°162 mm
- Aug32°125 mm
- Sep30°92 mm
- Oct25°71 mm
- Nov19°100 mm
- Dec12°60 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C51°F | 1°C33°F | 69 mm | 79% | Cold |
| February | 14°C56°F | 4°C38°F | 91 mm | 79% | Cool |
| March | 18°C65°F | 8°C46°F | 151 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C75°F | 14°C56°F | 180 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| May | 28°C82°F | 18°C65°F | 221 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| June | 30°C86°F | 22°C72°F | 238 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| July | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 162 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| August | 32°C90°F | 24°C75°F | 125 mm | 82% | Hot & humid |
| September | 30°C85°F | 20°C68°F | 92 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| October | 25°C77°F | 14°C57°F | 71 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 19°C66°F | 8°C47°F | 100 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 12°C54°F | 2°C35°F | 60 mm | 75% | Cool |
Best months across China
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Shanghai | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Xi'an | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Chengdu | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Guilin | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Chongqing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Shenzhen | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (30°C) |
| Guangzhou | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (32°C) |
| Hangzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Zhangjiajie | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Yangshuo | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Lijiang | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jun (25°C) |
| Suzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Harbin | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Jul (29°C) |
| Sanya | Nov–Mar | May (32°C) |
| Xiamen | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Dali | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (26°C) |
| Lhasa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (24°C) |
| Huangshan | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Kunming | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jun (27°C) |
| Qingdao | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Nanjing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Shangri-La | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (21°C) |
| Jiuzhaigou | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Changsha | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Pingyao | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Dunhuang | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Kashgar | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Wuhan | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Tianjin | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Changsha?
Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Spring and autumn are mild. Jun–Aug is very hot and humid; winters are cold and damp without heating. Golden Week is packed.
When is the rainy season in Changsha?
Rain peaks in June with about 238 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–Jul.
What is the hottest month in Changsha?
July, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Changsha get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 1°C (33°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.