Climate of Guizhou, China
Area-weighted average across Guizhou. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Guizhou, a subdivision of China, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.6°C / 40.3°F in January to 23.7°C / 74.7°F in July, with rainfall from 22 mm / 0.9 in to 208 mm / 8.2 in depending on the season (1171 mm / 46.1 in total across the year). See the 5 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.6°C40.3°F | 22 mm0.9″ | — |
| February | 6.3°C43.3°F | 26 mm1″ | — |
| March | 10.5°C50.9°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| April | 15.5°C59.9°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| May | 19.2°C66.6°F | 173 mm6.8″ | — |
| June | 21.8°C71.2°F | 208 mm8.2″ | — |
| July | 23.7°C74.7°F | 170 mm6.7″ | — |
| August | 23.3°C73.9°F | 153 mm6″ | — |
| September | 20.2°C68.4°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| October | 15.8°C60.4°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| November | 11°C51.8°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| December | 6.8°C44.2°F | 23 mm0.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guizhou?
Guizhou, China does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 23.7°C / 74.7°F, and the driest is January at 22 mm / 0.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Guizhou?
Guizhou, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.6°C / 40.3°F in January to 23.7°C / 74.7°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1171 mm / 46.1 in, with the wettest month being June (208 mm / 8.2 in) and the driest January (22 mm / 0.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Guizhou?
The hottest month in Guizhou is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.7°C / 74.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Guizhou?
The coldest month in Guizhou is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.6°C / 40.3°F.
When does it rain most in Guizhou?
The wettest month in Guizhou is June, averaging about 208 mm / 8.2 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 22 mm / 0.9 in.