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Chengdu Climate Information

Chengdu Weather

The weather in the mountainous region can be icy cold, but clear, like Tibet, which contrasts almost diametrically with the neighboring mild, humid – and often overcast or outright foggy – weather of the Chengdu Plain to the east that characterizes the city of Chengdu, sometimes likened to the city of London as regards the fog and the drizzly weather. Chengdu gets about 250–300 foggy, cloudy or rainy days each year.

A summary of the weather of Chengdu might read "an early spring, a hot summer, a cool autumn and a warm (relative to surrounding areas) winter". The average mid-winter temperature (January is the coldest month) lies between 3–8 degrees Celsius, while the average summer temperature (July being the hottest month) lies between 22–29 degrees Celsius. Average precipitation (strictly rainfall) for the Chengdu Plain is 1000 mm (about 40 in), which is almost double the amount of precipitation in the Hengduan Mountains to the west.

The best periods to visit Chengdu are from March to June, and September to NovemberThere is substantial rainfall during the rainy season (July and August). Our Chengdu Tours will help you to see the best of Chengdu whatever the weather.

Chengdu Spring Weather

Spring

Spring is from March to May. The weather warms up from winter, but with frequent alternative temperature changes. Prepare shirts, thin sweaters and coat for the weather.

Summer

Summer is from June to September. The weather is sultry with lower temperatures in early morning and evening, but hot during the day. July and August are the hottest months in Chengdu, with average lows and highs of 22 °C (70 °F) and 30 °C (85 °F). Half of the annual rainfall is concentrated in July and August (and 75% between June and September). Mt. Qingcheng and Mt. Emei are ideal places to escape the summer heat. Prepare summer clothes and umbrella. Summer is also the season when giant pandas are most active.

Chengdu Autumn Weather

Autumn

Autumn is from October to November. This is one of the best times of the year to visit Chengdu. The autumn scenes at Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong are among the most beautiful in China. See best places to see fall foilage near Chengdu. This is a season with sharp and frequent temperature changes. A few chilly days could be followed by relatively hot weather. The average low and high temperatures are respectively 15 °C (59 °F) and 21 °C (70 °F) in October, and 9 °C (50 °F) and 16 °C (61 °F) in November. Prepare shirt, sweater and jacket to cope with the weather.

Winter

Winter is from December to February. Chengdu has the least days of sunshine in China, and most time of the year is cloudy and overcast. Winter is usually cold, damp and grey, with little rainfall. The average low and high temperatures are respectively 4 °C (39 °F) and 11 °C (51 °F) in December, 2 °C (36 °F) and 10 °C (49 °F) in January, and 4 °C (39 °F) and 11 °C (52 °F) in February. Prepare sweater and down jacket for winter.

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Chengdu Climate Information by Month

Chengdu Average Climate by Month

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High (ºC) 9.44 11.11 16.11 21.11 25.56 27.78 29.44 29.44 25 20.56 15.56 10.56
Low (ºC) 2.22 3.89 7.78 12.22 17.22 20 21.67 21.11 18.33 14.44 8.89 3.89
Precip (in) .3 .4 .8 1.8 3.4 4.1 9.1 8.8 5.2 1.6 .7 .2
High (ºF) 49 52 61 70 78 82 85 85 77 69 60 51
Low (ºF) 36 39 46 54 63 68 71 70 65 58 48 39

Chengdu Average Monthly Temperatures

Chengdu Average Monthly Temperatures

Chengdu Average Monthly Precipitation (inches)

Chengdu Average Monthly Precipitation

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Customer’s questions about this page
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When are the rhododendrons in bloom in China and where are the best places to see native rhododendrons?
Asked by John Roebig (Jan. 05, 2012) Reply
A William (Jan. 09, 2012) replied:
Hi John

March to May are the time for rhododendrons growing. It could be found in the south of China, like the cities of Guilin in Guangxi province, and Kunming in Yunnan province.

William Huo

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What is the the weather on jan? I will be there( at chengdu) on 21 of jan till 1 of feb '2012.
Asked by Sukmawati,seri (Dec. 24, 2011) Reply
A Nora Ou (Dec. 25, 2011) replied:
Hi Sukmawati, thank you for your inquiry. This is Nora, a trip advisofor of China Highlights. Glad to offer you some information. The average temperature of Jan in Chengdu is 2-9ºC and there won't be much rain. Please don't the Chinese traditional Spring Festival will be from Jan. 23 to Feb. 8 and it will be national holiday during this period. A lot of Chinese people will be travelling and you may meet crowds everywhere. If you would like us to arrange a Chendu tour for you, please feel free to contact me at nora@chinahighlights.net. We are more than happy to make arrangements for you.

Wish you a wonderful journey!

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I am visiting JIUZHAIGOU/HUANG LONG/MT EMEI/LESHAN/SICHUAN BAMBOO FOREST. I am worried about the weather, may I know the weather, and any precaution.Thanks
Asked by ALLAN (Nov. 15, 2011) Reply
A guest (Nov. 16, 2011) replied:
Hello Allan, please our website at http://www.chinahighlights.com/weather/ for weather informaiton. The best time to Jiuzhaigou is September and October, wish you a good trip.
A zhan (Nov. 17, 2011) replied:
Chinese traveling first choice Xinjiang

Regarding Xishuangbanna, I did not know why everybody does want to go? One which of several scenic

spots develops first as the nation, the village already mature could not be again mature. Moreover on

the other hand, the scenery cannot say is very good, in brief is also experiences the tropics

character and style, the might as well sneaks across to Vietnam, Burma has a look (ha, cracks a joke,

but I really not too likes the village, individual viewpoint, if you want to go to the water-

sprinkling festival also to be possible. from askchinatour.com)

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I am going to Hai Luo Gou, kangding, danba, lama river, how is weathre there during dec 20 to 29 ?
Asked by Agnes (Oct. 09, 2011) Reply
A Lussie Lu (Oct. 09, 2011) replied:
Dear Agnes,

Based on the former data, here is the details that you need.

Kangding and Danba are in Ganzi, the temperature is about -12°C to 5°C.

Hailuogou is in Mianyang city, the temperature is about 2°C-9°C.

Lama river is in Yaan city, the temperature is about 4°C-9°C.

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I am going to Jiuzhaigou this weekend June 25 for 4 days. What is the weather like in Jiuzhaigou? Heard there has been lots of rain. Will there be the danger of landslides?
Asked by Winnie (Jun. 21, 2010) Reply
A Mia Yang (Jun. 21, 2010) replied:
Hi. Welcome to Jiuzhaigou. There indeed has been lots of rain lately in south China. In Jiuzhaigou during your days of visit, it is predicted that there will be rainfall, but also with occasional cloudy days. You don't need to worry about landslides. During the day time, it is hot (26-29 C). But during the night time, temperatures may fall to 15 C. So you need to prepare long sleeve coats.
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