Chongqing Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Chongqing can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 12°C (54°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in August to around 6°C (43°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Chongqing is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1333 mm (52 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 187 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 36 mm (1.4 in) over 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Chongqing Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Chongqing. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 5.6 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 0.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chongqing.

The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 85%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year