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.
With daytime temperatures of 33°C (91°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F), July in Nanjing brings very high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that July is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, September and October typically offer the best weather for Nanjing.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nanjing - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Nanjing typically rise from around 30°C (86°F) at the start of July to approximately 34°C (93°F) by the end. Nights are warm, with lows typically ranging from 24°C (75°F) to 26°C (79°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Nanjing spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Nanjing.
Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of China in July →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pack for serious heat in Nanjing in July. Prioritize clothing that breathes and doesn't cling or stick. Lightweight cotton, linen, and moisture-wicking fabrics are ideal. A wide hat provides welcome shade. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in July - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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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.
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.