Region in Anhui, China
Huangshan weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Huangshan
Apr–May and Sep–Nov give the clearest views and autumn color. Jun–Jul is rainy and foggy; winter snow is beautiful but icy; holidays are packed.
Huangshan weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°83 mm
- Feb10°117 mm
- Mar15°154 mm
- Apr20°199 mm
- May24°234 mm
- Jun27°340 mm
- Jul29°271 mm
- Aug29°188 mm
- Sep26°114 mm
- Oct21°74 mm
- Nov15°86 mm
- Dec9°62 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | -3°C27°F | 83 mm | 80% | Cold |
| February | 10°C50°F | 0°C32°F | 117 mm | 81% | Cold |
| March | 15°C58°F | 4°C39°F | 154 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 20°C69°F | 10°C49°F | 199 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| May | 24°C76°F | 15°C59°F | 234 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| June | 27°C80°F | 19°C66°F | 340 mm | 85% | Very wet |
| July | 29°C85°F | 23°C73°F | 271 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 29°C84°F | 22°C71°F | 188 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| September | 26°C79°F | 17°C63°F | 114 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 11°C52°F | 74 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| November | 15°C60°F | 5°C41°F | 86 mm | 80% | Cool |
| December | 9°C48°F | -1°C29°F | 62 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 Huangshan?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Apr–May and Sep–Nov give the clearest views and autumn color. Jun–Jul is rainy and foggy; winter snow is beautiful but icy; holidays are packed.
When is the rainy season in Huangshan?
Rain peaks in June with about 340 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Huangshan?
July, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Huangshan get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -3°C (27°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.