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Guangdong Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Guangdong, China in July.

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Guangzhou Shenzhen Zhongshan Dongguan

Planning a getaway to Guangdong, China this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Guangdong in July

Guangdong, China is a region in China. July in Guangdong generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. July is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Xunliao to 34°C (93°F) in Guangzhou. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Guangzhou and 27°C (81°F) in Xunliao. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in Guangdong, China. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Guangdong, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Renhua with an average of 159 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Zhapo with 320 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in July. Guangzhou typically receives 201 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Guangdong in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Guangdong.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Guangdong

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Guangdong, China?

Temperature range in Guangdong (July)

Precipitation variation in Guangdong (July)

Guangzhou

In July Guangzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
201 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
388 mm (15 in)
255 mm (10 in)
283 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Guangzhou →

Shenzhen

In July Shenzhen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
217 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
342 mm (13 in)
257 mm (10 in)
322 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Shenzhen →

Zhongshan

In July Zhongshan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
211 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
310 mm (12 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
295 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zhongshan →

Dongguan

In July Dongguan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
408 mm (16 in)
256 mm (10 in)
297 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dongguan →

Zhuhai

In July Zhuhai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
211 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
317 mm (12 in)
255 mm (10 in)
322 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zhuhai →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Guangdong, in China.

In our records: China July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in China reached 45°C (113°F) in Nanchang on July 10, 1978.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Guangdong in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Guangzhou 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 255 mm (10 in)
Shenzhen 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 257 mm (10 in)
Zhongshan 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Dongguan 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 256 mm (10 in)
Zhuhai 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 255 mm (10 in)
Longgang 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 271 mm (11 in)

Guangdong weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Guangdong, China in July?

Guangdong, China typically experiences poor weather in July, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Guangzhou average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 27°C (81°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Guangdong, China in July?

In Guangzhou, the average daytime high in July is 34°C (93°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 27°C (81°F).

Does Guangdong, China get a lot of rain in July?

Yes. July brings heavy rainfall to Guangdong, China, with Guangzhou averaging around 255 mm (10 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Guangdong, China?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Guangdong, China due to the typically poor weather in Guangzhou.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Guangzhou. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be poor.

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