Best Time to Visit Foshan, Guangdong, China
Foshan is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Foshan for sunny, dry weather is November–January — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through September–March; the wetter half falls in April–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14°C / 57.2°F in January to 29.2°C / 84.6°F in July, with rainfall from 38 mm / 1.5 in (December) to 285 mm / 11.2 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Foshan, Guangdong, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Foshan's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 19.9°C67.8°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.7°C60.3°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Foshan?
The best time to visit Foshan for sunny, dry weather is January, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 29.2°C / 84.6°F, and the driest is December with about 38 mm / 1.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Foshan's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Foshan?
The rainy season at Foshan, Guangdong runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 151 mm / 5.9 in. The wettest single month is May (285 mm / 11.2 in).
What is the driest month in Foshan?
The driest month in Foshan is December, averaging about 38 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.7°C / 60.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Foshan?
The least comfortable months for travel to Foshan — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 285 mm / 11.2 in in May, and the coldest month averages 14°C / 57.2°F.
Is Foshan climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Foshan figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our China figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Foshan specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.