City in Sichuan, China
Chengdu weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Chengdu
Mar–May and Sep–Oct are pleasant. Summers are hot and humid; winters are damp, grey and cold. Golden Week (1–7 Oct) is crowded.
Chengdu weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan10°12 mm
- Feb14°14 mm
- Mar20°33 mm
- Apr25°60 mm
- May29°96 mm
- Jun32°129 mm
- Jul32°224 mm
- Aug31°201 mm
- Sep27°128 mm
- Oct22°59 mm
- Nov17°23 mm
- Dec12°11 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C51°F | 0°C32°F | 12 mm | 74% | Cold |
| February | 14°C57°F | 2°C36°F | 14 mm | 72% | Cool |
| March | 20°C68°F | 8°C46°F | 33 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| April | 25°C78°F | 13°C55°F | 60 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| May | 29°C85°F | 17°C62°F | 96 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C89°F | 20°C69°F | 129 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C90°F | 23°C73°F | 224 mm | 73% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C87°F | 22°C72°F | 201 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| September | 27°C80°F | 18°C64°F | 128 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 13°C55°F | 59 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 7°C45°F | 23 mm | 76% | Cool |
| December | 12°C53°F | 1°C34°F | 11 mm | 74% | 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 Chengdu?
Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Mar–May and Sep–Oct are pleasant. Summers are hot and humid; winters are damp, grey and cold. Golden Week (1–7 Oct) is crowded.
When is the rainy season in Chengdu?
Rain peaks in July with about 224 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Chengdu?
July, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Chengdu get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (32°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Chengdu Metro
- Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
- West China Hospital
- National Immigration Administration
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.