Region in Sichuan, China
Jiuzhaigou weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Jiuzhaigou
Late Sep to mid-Oct has the best color but heavy crowds. Apr–May is quieter with spring greens; Jun–Aug is rainy; winter is icy and cold.
Jiuzhaigou weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°4 mm
- Feb16°8 mm
- Mar19°23 mm
- Apr24°45 mm
- May27°93 mm
- Jun29°104 mm
- Jul31°117 mm
- Aug31°100 mm
- Sep27°102 mm
- Oct22°57 mm
- Nov17°12 mm
- Dec14°3 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C55°F | -1°C29°F | 4 mm | 60% | Cool |
| February | 16°C60°F | 2°C35°F | 8 mm | 59% | Cool |
| March | 19°C66°F | 5°C41°F | 23 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C75°F | 8°C47°F | 45 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 12°C54°F | 93 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C85°F | 16°C61°F | 104 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| July | 31°C88°F | 19°C66°F | 117 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| August | 31°C87°F | 18°C65°F | 100 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 15°C58°F | 102 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 10°C49°F | 57 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 5°C41°F | 12 mm | 65% | Cool |
| December | 14°C56°F | 0°C32°F | 3 mm | 61% | 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 Jiuzhaigou?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Late Sep to mid-Oct has the best color but heavy crowds. Apr–May is quieter with spring greens; Jun–Aug is rainy; winter is icy and cold.
When is the rainy season in Jiuzhaigou?
Rain peaks in July with about 117 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Jiuzhaigou?
July, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Jiuzhaigou get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -1°C (29°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. Temperatures are adjusted by 12.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.