Best Time to Visit Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
Suzhou is at its sunniest and driest in October.
The best time to visit Suzhou 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 3.7°C / 38.7°F in January to 28.6°C / 83.5°F in July, with rainfall from 32 mm / 1.3 in (October) to 153 mm / 6 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Suzhou, Jiangsu, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Suzhou'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October | 18.5°C65.3°F | 32 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 October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.6°C / 83.5°F, and the driest is October with about 32 mm / 1.3 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, Jiangsu runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 72 mm / 2.8 in. The wettest single month is June (153 mm / 6 in).
What is the driest month in Suzhou?
The driest month in Suzhou is October, averaging about 32 mm / 1.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 18.5°C / 65.3°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 153 mm / 6 in in June, and the coldest month averages 3.7°C / 38.7°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.