City in Fujian, China
Xiamen weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Xiamen
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild and dry. Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone; Golden Week and summer holidays are packed.
Xiamen weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan18°57 mm
- Feb19°59 mm
- Mar21°115 mm
- Apr24°130 mm
- May28°205 mm
- Jun29°222 mm
- Jul31°141 mm
- Aug31°188 mm
- Sep30°134 mm
- Oct27°42 mm
- Nov24°60 mm
- Dec19°49 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C64°F | 10°C49°F | 57 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 19°C66°F | 11°C52°F | 59 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| March | 21°C70°F | 13°C56°F | 115 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C76°F | 17°C63°F | 130 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C82°F | 22°C71°F | 205 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| June | 29°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 222 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| July | 31°C88°F | 26°C79°F | 141 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| August | 31°C87°F | 26°C79°F | 188 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| September | 30°C86°F | 24°C76°F | 134 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 42 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 24°C74°F | 16°C62°F | 60 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 19°C67°F | 12°C53°F | 49 mm | 76% | 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 Xiamen?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild and dry. Jun–Sep is hot, humid and typhoon-prone; Golden Week and summer holidays are packed.
When is the rainy season in Xiamen?
Rain peaks in June with about 222 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Aug.
What is the hottest month in Xiamen?
July, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Xiamen get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 10°C (49°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 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.