Best Time to Visit Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
Shenzhen is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Shenzhen for sunny, dry weather is November–February — 4 months 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 15.1°C / 59.2°F in January to 28.8°C / 83.8°F in July, with rainfall from 26 mm / 1 in (January) to 343 mm / 13.5 in (August). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shenzhen, Guangdong, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Shenzhen's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 | 15.1°C59.2°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 15.8°C60.4°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 20.6°C69.1°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 16.7°C62.1°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shenzhen?
The best time to visit Shenzhen for sunny, dry weather is January, February, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.8°C / 83.8°F, and the driest is January with about 26 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shenzhen's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Shenzhen?
The rainy season at Shenzhen, Guangdong runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 163 mm / 6.4 in. The wettest single month is August (343 mm / 13.5 in).
What is the driest month in Shenzhen?
The driest month in Shenzhen is January, averaging about 26 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.1°C / 59.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Shenzhen?
The least comfortable months for travel to Shenzhen — 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 343 mm / 13.5 in in August, and the coldest month averages 15.1°C / 59.2°F.
Is Shenzhen climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.