Shantou Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Shantou is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C (90°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 27°C (81°F) in July to 13°C (55°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Shantou has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1555 mm (61 in) of rainfall per year. Shantou can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 268 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 39 mm (1.5 in) of precipitation spread across 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Shantou Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Shantou can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 8.1 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in February, with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Shantou.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 81%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year