The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Explore the Li River, China's breathtaking landscape with majestic mountains, serene waters, and picturesque views. A must-see for every traveler.
Badong Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Badong.
–
Climate overview of Badong
Badong, China, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) in July, while winters cool to 7°C (45°F) in January.
With around 1643 mm (65 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Badong has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is July.
Badong Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Badong - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Badong
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Badong. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 21°C (70°F) in July to 0°C (32°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Badong
Badong has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1643 mm (65 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Badong can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 272 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 49 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation spread across 13 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Badong Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Badong
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Badong is usually found in April, May, September and October. Conditions are generally least comfortable in January, February, July and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
cold
Feb
cold
Mar
good
Apr
very good
May
very good
Jun
mixed
Jul
very wet
Aug
good
Sep
very good
Oct
very good
Nov
good
Dec
cold
- Best overall: April, May, September and October
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Fewest rainy days: January, February, March and December
- Wettest months: May, June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from May to August, with warm summers and cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around 0°C (32°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Badong
What is the best time to visit Badong?
April, May, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Badong. In contrast, January, February, July and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Badong has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Badong?
Daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 0°C (32°F) to 21°C (70°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Badong get?
Annual rainfall is around 1643 mm (65 in). July is the wettest month with 272 mm (11 in), while December is the driest with 49 mm (1.9 in).
Badong 3-Day Forecast
Badong on the map
Badong is highlighted - select any city to see its climate.
Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Guangzhou
30°C (86°F) Shenzhen29°C (84°F) Hangzhou25°C (77°F) Shanghai24°C (75°F) Chengdu
22°C (72°F) Xi'an21°C (70°F) Beijing
21°C (70°F) Qingdao21°C (70°F) Bucket list
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Go to China's Zhangjiajie National Park with the highest, the fastest, largest-loaded outdoor elevator in the world
You won't find this unique landscape anywhere else in the world. Thousands of floating mountains overgrown with trees at the top dominate this fairy tale landscape.
Go to Xinjiang in China
In Xinjiang you get to see a mix of East and Central Asia. An experience that you might want to add to your bucket list. You can travel through the province as if you are following an ancient silk route.
Mount Kailash
The best time for a Kailash tour/trekking is from mid-May to mid-October when the temperature is most pleasant. It is warm, dry and sunny in that period.