Best Time to Visit Rizhao, Shandong, China
Rizhao is at its sunniest and driest in October.
The best time to visit Rizhao for sunny, dry weather is October — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -0.8°C / 30.6°F in January to 25.4°C / 77.7°F in August, with rainfall from 12 mm / 0.5 in (January) to 231 mm / 9.1 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Rizhao, Shandong, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Rizhao's climate is broadly strongly continental. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October | 15.5°C59.9°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Rizhao?
The best time to visit Rizhao for sunny, dry weather is October. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 25.4°C / 77.7°F, and the driest is January with about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Rizhao's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Rizhao?
The rainy season at Rizhao, Shandong runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 47 mm / 1.9 in. The wettest single month is July (231 mm / 9.1 in).
What is the driest month in Rizhao?
The driest month in Rizhao is January, averaging about 12 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -0.8°C / 30.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Rizhao?
The least comfortable months for travel to Rizhao — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 231 mm / 9.1 in in July, and the coldest month averages -0.8°C / 30.6°F.
Is Rizhao climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Rizhao 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 Rizhao specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.