Guangzhou Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Guangzhou has a warm oceanic climate. The summer monsoon months are very moist and warm. The city has a long rainy season from April to September. The winters have relatively mild temperatures, are dry and do not last long.
Monthly Temperature in Guangzhou
The climate in Guangzhou is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July to a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 27°C (81°F) in July to around 12°C (54°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Guangzhou
Guangzhou has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2055 mm (81 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Guangzhou shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in June, the wettest month, with an average of 388 mm (15 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 40 mm (1.6 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Guangzhou Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Guangzhou
For those who appreciate different seasons, Guangzhou serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 6.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in March, offering only 2.0 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Guangzhou by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Guangzhou.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 84%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Guangzhou 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Guangzhou
Guangzhou's weather is most enjoyable during January, February, March, November and December, with comfortable temperatures from 20°C (67°F) to 26°C (80°F). The moderate conditions ensure pleasant weather for exploring the area. Expect varied weather during this period with rainfall between 40 mm (1.6 in) and 137 mm (5.4 in), providing a good balance of sunny and rainy days.The wettest months are April, May, June, July, August and September, when precipitation is at its highest. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
