Best Time to Visit Shantou, Guangdong, China
Shantou is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Shantou 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 28.4°C / 83.1°F in July, with rainfall from 34 mm / 1.3 in (January) to 276 mm / 10.9 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shantou, Guangdong, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Shantou'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 | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 20.1°C68.2°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16°C60.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shantou?
The best time to visit Shantou for sunny, dry weather is January, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.4°C / 83.1°F, and the driest is January with about 34 mm / 1.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shantou's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Shantou?
The rainy season at Shantou, Guangdong runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 151 mm / 5.9 in. The wettest single month is June (276 mm / 10.9 in).
What is the driest month in Shantou?
The driest month in Shantou is January, averaging about 34 mm / 1.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 14°C / 57.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Shantou?
The least comfortable months for travel to Shantou — 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 276 mm / 10.9 in in June, and the coldest month averages 14°C / 57.2°F.
Is Shantou climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Shantou 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 Shantou specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.