Best Time to Visit Suzhou, Anhui, China
Suzhou is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Suzhou for sunny, dry weather is April–May and October — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–May; the wetter half falls in June–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 1.5°C / 34.7°F in January to 28.2°C / 82.8°F in July, with rainfall from 18 mm / 0.7 in (February) to 185 mm / 7.3 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Suzhou, Anhui, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Suzhou'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 15.6°C60.1°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 21.6°C70.9°F | 42 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.1°C62.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Suzhou?
The best time to visit Suzhou for sunny, dry weather is April, May, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.2°C / 82.8°F, and the driest is February with about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Suzhou's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Suzhou?
The rainy season at Suzhou, Anhui runs through June–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 42 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is July (185 mm / 7.3 in).
What is the driest month in Suzhou?
The driest month in Suzhou is February, averaging about 18 mm / 0.7 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 3.7°C / 38.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Suzhou?
The least comfortable months for travel to Suzhou — 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 185 mm / 7.3 in in July, and the coldest month averages 1.5°C / 34.7°F.
Is Suzhou climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Suzhou 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 Suzhou specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.