Guangzhou Weather

Located in subtropical zone, Guangzhou enjoys a maritime monsoon climate featuring high temperature, abundant rainfall and sufficient sunshine. The annual average temperature is 21ºC (70°F) with a lowest temperature of 0 ºC (32 °F). Rain season appears between April and June, and monsoon hits the area during August and September. Guangzhou is honored as the City of Flowers owning to its suitable climate for crops, plants, especially flowers.

Spring - Spring  here  is  very  warm  and  very  nice  to  go  outside  taking  a  breath  of  fresh  air.  Canton  Fair  is  held  here  every  year  from  April  to  May.  Sweaters  and  light  clothes  are  recommended.

Summer - Weather  here  in  summer  is  a  hot,  long  and  humid  with  occasional  typhoons.  The  hottest  months  in  Guangzhou  are  July  and  August  when  the  temperature  often  up  to  39.1  ºC  (102.38°F).  An  umbrella  is  necessary  while  there  are  frequent  afternoon  thunderstorms.

Fall - Temperature  in  autumn  is  very  moderate,  cool  and  windy.  The  best  time  to  Guangzhou  is  from  October  to  December.  Outdoor  activities  such  as  visiting  Sun  Yat-sen  Memorial  Hall,  shopping  Xiguan  Antique  Street  and  tasting  local  snacks  in  Beijing  Road  are  recommended.

Winter - Guangzhou's  winter  is  cool,  dry  and  short.  Long  trousers,  a  sweater  is  enough,  while  some  times  a  coat  and  jacket  are  also  necessary.  Spending  your  time  in  Guangzhou  during  that  time  can  place  yourself  in  a  flower  sea.