Climate of Sichuan, China
Area-weighted average across Sichuan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sichuan, a subdivision of China, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July, with rainfall from 8 mm / 0.3 in to 171 mm / 6.7 in depending on the season (856 mm / 33.7 in total across the year). See the 9 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 | -1.8°C28.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| February | 0.3°C32.5°F | 11 mm0.4″ | — |
| March | 4°C39.2°F | 23 mm0.9″ | — |
| April | 8.3°C46.9°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| May | 12.1°C53.8°F | 89 mm3.5″ | — |
| June | 14.8°C58.6°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| July | 16.4°C61.5°F | 171 mm6.7″ | — |
| August | 16.1°C61°F | 148 mm5.8″ | — |
| September | 13.1°C55.6°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
| October | 8.8°C47.8°F | 61 mm2.4″ | — |
| November | 3.6°C38.5°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| December | -0.6°C30.9°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sichuan?
Sichuan, China does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 16.4°C / 61.5°F, and the driest is January at 8 mm / 0.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Sichuan?
Sichuan, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.8°C / 28.8°F in January to 16.4°C / 61.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 856 mm / 33.7 in, with the wettest month being July (171 mm / 6.7 in) and the driest January (8 mm / 0.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sichuan?
The hottest month in Sichuan is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.4°C / 61.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Sichuan?
The coldest month in Sichuan is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.8°C / 28.8°F.
When does it rain most in Sichuan?
The wettest month in Sichuan is July, averaging about 171 mm / 6.7 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 8 mm / 0.3 in.