City in Guangdong, China
Shenzhen weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Shenzhen
Oct–Dec is dry and mild. Jan–Mar is cool and drizzly, Apr–Sep hot and humid with typhoons in Jul–Sep.
Shenzhen weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan19°35 mm
- Feb21°29 mm
- Mar23°69 mm
- Apr26°109 mm
- May28°231 mm
- Jun29°288 mm
- Jul30°197 mm
- Aug30°234 mm
- Sep30°173 mm
- Oct28°55 mm
- Nov25°29 mm
- Dec21°21 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C67°F | 13°C55°F | 35 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| February | 21°C69°F | 15°C59°F | 29 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| March | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 69 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C78°F | 21°C70°F | 109 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 25°C77°F | 231 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C85°F | 27°C81°F | 288 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| July | 30°C86°F | 28°C82°F | 197 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| August | 30°C86°F | 27°C81°F | 234 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C86°F | 26°C79°F | 173 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 55 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 25°C77°F | 19°C66°F | 29 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 21°C69°F | 14°C57°F | 21 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
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 Shenzhen?
Mar, Oct–Dec. Oct–Dec is dry and mild. Jan–Mar is cool and drizzly, Apr–Sep hot and humid with typhoons in Jul–Sep.
When is the rainy season in Shenzhen?
Rain peaks in June with about 288 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Sep.
What is the hottest month in Shenzhen?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Shenzhen get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 13°C (55°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Shenzhen Metro
- National Immigration Administration
- HKU-Shenzhen Hospital
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.