Best Time to Visit Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Guangzhou is at its sunniest and driest in November–December.
The best time to visit Guangzhou for sunny, dry weather is November–December — 2 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 13.9°C / 57°F in January to 29°C / 84.2°F in July, with rainfall from 41 mm / 1.6 in (November) to 275 mm / 10.8 in (May). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Guangzhou, Guangdong, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Guangzhou'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 19.9°C67.8°F | 41 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.7°C60.3°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Guangzhou?
The best time to visit Guangzhou for sunny, dry weather is November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 29°C / 84.2°F, and the driest is November with about 41 mm / 1.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Guangzhou's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Guangzhou?
The rainy season at Guangzhou, Guangdong runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 145 mm / 5.7 in. The wettest single month is May (275 mm / 10.8 in).
What is the driest month in Guangzhou?
The driest month in Guangzhou is November, averaging about 41 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.9°C / 67.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Guangzhou?
The least comfortable months for travel to Guangzhou — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, July, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 275 mm / 10.8 in in May, and the coldest month averages 13.9°C / 57°F.
Is Guangzhou climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Guangzhou 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 Guangzhou specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.