Town in Guangxi, China
Yangshuo weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Yangshuo
Apr–May and Sep–Nov are comfortable. Jun–Aug is hot, wet and flood-prone; Dec–Feb is cool and misty. Golden Week and Chinese holidays are very crowded.
Yangshuo weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°72 mm
- Feb18°72 mm
- Mar22°150 mm
- Apr26°196 mm
- May29°297 mm
- Jun31°373 mm
- Jul32°209 mm
- Aug32°150 mm
- Sep30°88 mm
- Oct26°56 mm
- Nov22°88 mm
- Dec16°54 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C58°F | 4°C39°F | 72 mm | 78% | Cool |
| February | 18°C64°F | 7°C45°F | 72 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| March | 22°C72°F | 12°C53°F | 150 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 16°C62°F | 196 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| May | 29°C85°F | 21°C69°F | 297 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| June | 31°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 373 mm | 87% | Very wet |
| July | 32°C89°F | 25°C77°F | 209 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 32°C89°F | 24°C76°F | 150 mm | 84% | Hot & humid |
| September | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 88 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C80°F | 16°C61°F | 56 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| November | 22°C71°F | 11°C51°F | 88 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C60°F | 5°C41°F | 54 mm | 74% | 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 Yangshuo?
Apr–May, Sep–Nov. Apr–May and Sep–Nov are comfortable. Jun–Aug is hot, wet and flood-prone; Dec–Feb is cool and misty. Golden Week and Chinese holidays are very crowded.
When is the rainy season in Yangshuo?
Rain peaks in June with about 373 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Mar–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Yangshuo?
July, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Yangshuo get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 4°C (39°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 1.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.