City in Jiangsu, China
Nanjing weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Nanjing
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild; autumn ginkgo color is striking. Jun–Aug is very hot and humid; winters are cold, damp and hazy.
Nanjing weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°52 mm
- Feb10°64 mm
- Mar16°70 mm
- Apr22°95 mm
- May27°87 mm
- Jun31°181 mm
- Jul32°243 mm
- Aug32°156 mm
- Sep28°94 mm
- Oct23°55 mm
- Nov16°59 mm
- Dec9°42 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C44°F | -3°C27°F | 52 mm | 77% | Cold |
| February | 10°C50°F | 0°C31°F | 64 mm | 78% | Cold |
| March | 16°C60°F | 4°C39°F | 70 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 22°C72°F | 10°C50°F | 95 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 16°C60°F | 87 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 31°C87°F | 20°C69°F | 181 mm | 74% | Rainy |
| July | 32°C90°F | 24°C76°F | 243 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| August | 32°C89°F | 24°C75°F | 156 mm | 81% | Hot & humid |
| September | 28°C83°F | 19°C65°F | 94 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C74°F | 12°C54°F | 55 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C62°F | 6°C42°F | 59 mm | 75% | Cool |
| December | 9°C48°F | -1°C30°F | 42 mm | 75% | 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 Nanjing?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild; autumn ginkgo color is striking. Jun–Aug is very hot and humid; winters are cold, damp and hazy.
When is the rainy season in Nanjing?
Rain peaks in July with about 243 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Nanjing?
July, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Nanjing 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.