Region in Hunan, China
Zhangjiajie weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Zhangjiajie
Apr–May and Sep–Oct have the clearest views. Jun–Aug is hot, wet and crowded; winter is cold with occasional snow. Golden Week is extremely busy.
Zhangjiajie weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan9°38 mm
- Feb12°53 mm
- Mar18°86 mm
- Apr23°142 mm
- May27°207 mm
- Jun30°230 mm
- Jul32°228 mm
- Aug31°157 mm
- Sep28°124 mm
- Oct23°106 mm
- Nov17°76 mm
- Dec11°26 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C49°F | 1°C33°F | 38 mm | 78% | Cold |
| February | 12°C54°F | 3°C38°F | 53 mm | 79% | Cool |
| March | 18°C64°F | 8°C46°F | 86 mm | 77% | Cool |
| April | 23°C74°F | 13°C56°F | 142 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C81°F | 18°C64°F | 207 mm | 78% | Rainy |
| June | 30°C86°F | 22°C71°F | 230 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| July | 32°C89°F | 24°C76°F | 228 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| August | 31°C88°F | 24°C74°F | 157 mm | 83% | Hot & humid |
| September | 28°C82°F | 19°C67°F | 124 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C73°F | 14°C57°F | 106 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C63°F | 8°C47°F | 76 mm | 78% | Cool |
| December | 11°C52°F | 2°C36°F | 26 mm | 75% | 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 Zhangjiajie?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct have the clearest views. Jun–Aug is hot, wet and crowded; winter is cold with occasional snow. Golden Week is extremely busy.
When is the rainy season in Zhangjiajie?
Rain peaks in June with about 230 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Zhangjiajie?
July, with average highs of 32°C (89°F).
How cold does Zhangjiajie get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 1°C (33°F).
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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 2.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.