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Nanjing Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Nanjing.
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Climate overview of Nanjing
Nanjing, China, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 33°C (91°F) in July, while winters cool to 19°C (66°F) in January.
With around 1748 mm (69 in) of annual rainfall, Nanjing has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with very warm summers and pleasant winters. The wettest month is June. The sunniest month is July, with 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Nanjing Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nanjing - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Nanjing
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to pleasant in Nanjing. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 33°C (91°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C (66°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in July to 9°C (48°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Nanjing
Nanjing has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1748 mm (69 in) of rainfall annually. Nanjing can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 293 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 53 mm (2.1 in) of precipitation spread across 8 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Nanjing 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 Nanjing
Nanjing can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 3.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Xiamen, China (73 KM, 45 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Xiamen, China (73 KM, 45 Miles).
Daily percentage of sunshine
Data from: Xiamen, China (73 KM, 45 Miles).
Humidity in Nanjing by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nanjing.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 85%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Xiamen, China (73 KM, 45 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Nanjing
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Nanjing in February, October, November and December. Conditions are usually least favourable in June, July and August.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
excellent
Mar
very good
Apr
very good
May
mixed
Jun
very wet
Jul
very wet
Aug
very wet
Sep
mixed
Oct
excellent
Nov
excellent
Dec
excellent
- Best overall: February, October, November and December
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Most sunshine: July
- Fewest rainy days: October, November and December
- Wettest months: April, May, June, July, August and September, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from May to August, with very warm summers and pleasant winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Nanjing
What is the best time to visit Nanjing?
February, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Nanjing. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Nanjing has a distinct rainy season from May to August, with very warm summers and pleasant winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Nanjing?
Daytime highs range from 19°C (66°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Nanjing get?
Annual rainfall is around 1748 mm (69 in). June is the wettest month with 293 mm (12 in), while December is the driest with 53 mm (2.1 in).
How sunny is Nanjing?
Nanjing receives around 1,852 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 233 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 89 hours.
Nanjing 3-Day Forecast
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