Best Time to Visit Xiamen, Fujian, China
Xiamen is at its sunniest and driest in October–December.
The best time to visit Xiamen for sunny, dry weather is October–December — 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 12.9°C / 55.2°F in February to 28.4°C / 83.1°F in July, with rainfall from 25 mm / 1 in (December) to 167 mm / 6.6 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Xiamen, Fujian, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Xiamen'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October | 23.6°C74.5°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| November | 19.5°C67.1°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15.1°C59.2°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Xiamen?
The best time to visit Xiamen for sunny, dry weather is October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 28.4°C / 83.1°F, and the driest is December with about 25 mm / 1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Xiamen's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Xiamen?
The rainy season at Xiamen, Fujian runs through April–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 91 mm / 3.6 in. The wettest single month is June (167 mm / 6.6 in).
What is the driest month in Xiamen?
The driest month in Xiamen is December, averaging about 25 mm / 1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 15.1°C / 59.2°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Xiamen?
The least comfortable months for travel to Xiamen — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, May, June, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 167 mm / 6.6 in in June, and the coldest month averages 12.9°C / 55.2°F.
Is Xiamen climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Xiamen 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 Xiamen specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.