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Hunan Weather in July

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

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Changsha Zhangjiajie Fenghuang Zhuzhou

Planning a trip to Hunan, China this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Hunan in July

Hunan, China is a region in China. July in Hunan generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from very warm in Zhangjiajie at 31°C (88°F) to very hot in Hengyang at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C (81°F) in Hengyang and 23°C (73°F) in Zhangjiajie. On average, July is the warmest month of the year in Hunan, China. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Hunan, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Hengyang with an average of 140 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Zhangjiajie with 311 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

July brings good sunshine to many areas. Changsha sees around 240 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Hunan in July

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

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 Hunan

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

Temperature range in Hunan (July)

Precipitation variation in Hunan (July)

Changsha

In July Changsha generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°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)
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
314 mm (12 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Changsha →

Zhangjiajie

In July Zhangjiajie generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
314 mm (12 in)
311 mm (12 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Zhangjiajie →

Fenghuang

In July Fenghuang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
337 mm (13 in)
238 mm (9.4 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Fenghuang →

Zhuzhou

In July Zhuzhou generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°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)
35°C (95°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
334 mm (13 in)
178 mm (7 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Zhuzhou →

Hengyang

In July Hengyang generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
36°C (97°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
285 mm (11 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hengyang →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Changsha 35°C (95°F) 27°C (81°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Zhangjiajie 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 311 mm (12 in)
Fenghuang 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)
Zhuzhou 35°C (95°F) 27°C (81°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Hengyang 36°C (97°F) 27°C (81°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Yueyang 34°C (93°F) 27°C (81°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)

Hunan weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Hunan, China in July. The popular destination of Changsha averages 35°C (95°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this summer month.

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

Average temperatures in Hunan, China during July range from a nighttime low near 27°C (81°F) to a daytime high around 35°C (95°F) in Changsha.

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

Rainfall in Hunan, China peaks during July. Changsha averages roughly 184 mm (7.2 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Hunan, China?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Changsha, July may not be the ideal time to visit Hunan, China.

Generally speaking, October provides perfect weather in Changsha. The weather in January, February, May, June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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