City in Zhejiang, China
Hangzhou weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Hangzhou
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jun–Jul is plum rain, Jul–Aug hot and humid; Dec–Feb is cold and damp. Golden Week crowds the lake.
Hangzhou weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan8°78 mm
- Feb11°90 mm
- Mar16°105 mm
- Apr22°115 mm
- May27°124 mm
- Jun30°230 mm
- Jul33°168 mm
- Aug32°177 mm
- Sep29°129 mm
- Oct24°74 mm
- Nov18°77 mm
- Dec11°59 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C47°F | -1°C30°F | 78 mm | 80% | Cold |
| February | 11°C52°F | 1°C34°F | 90 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 5°C41°F | 105 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 22°C72°F | 11°C51°F | 115 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 16°C61°F | 124 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C86°F | 21°C69°F | 230 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| July | 33°C91°F | 25°C77°F | 168 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| August | 32°C90°F | 24°C76°F | 177 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| September | 29°C84°F | 20°C68°F | 129 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C75°F | 14°C56°F | 74 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C64°F | 7°C45°F | 77 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 11°C51°F | 1°C33°F | 59 mm | 78% | Cold |
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 Hangzhou?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jun–Jul is plum rain, Jul–Aug hot and humid; Dec–Feb is cold and damp. Golden Week crowds the lake.
When is the rainy season in Hangzhou?
Rain peaks in June with about 230 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Hangzhou?
July, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Hangzhou get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -1°C (30°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Hangzhou Metro
- National Immigration Administration
- China Railway 12306
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.