Weather: February is about as cold as January. Average daily low and high temperatures are -3 °C (27 °F) and 9 °C (48 °F) in February. There is a total of about about 5 mm of snow each January, and precipitation falls on about 6 days of the month. The scenery is usually snowy in the higher altitudes. When Jiuzhaigou is covered with ice and snow, it is quite beautiful.
However, nearby Huanglong Scenic Area is about a kilometer higher in altitude, and at this time of year, access to the park is difficult because the roads might be closed. It is better to go there when it is warmer.
Clothing: Protect yourself against the cold with a thick overcoat and gloves while outside. Wear snow glasses to protect your eyes if the sun is shining. Wear shoes with good traction.
Altitude Sickness: Most visitors will get altitude sickness in the first day or two. The airport sits at 3,500 meters, and the popular area of the park lies between 2,000 meters (6,550 feet) and 3,000 meters (9,800 feet). The cold weather and altitude makes it hard for most people to take a long hike uphill. You can ride to the points you want to see, and then walk downhill. Visitors with heart disease, high blood pressure, or other medical conditions should take precautions when traveling there.
Things to Do
A frozen waterfall in Jiuzhai ValleySee Nuorilang Waterfall: In the lower of the three valleys of Jiuzhai Valley National Park, called Shuzheng Valley, there is Nourilang Waterfall. It is 300 meters wide and 80 feet high, located in the center of Jiuzhai Valley. In early February, it might be a spectacular frozen waterfall.
Take a winter walk: During the winter, you'll see frozen ponds, dozens of high snowy peaks around the valley, and a stark landscape. You might enjoy some solitude.
Since the altitude differs by about a kilometer from the gate entrance to Wucai Pool at the top that never freezes and retains its color all the year through, you have a choice of a variety of scenery. The higher you go, the more the snowy scenery. Explore the World Heritage site your way.
Low Season
February is in the low season for visitors except during the Spring Festival. The snow is quite charming this month, and the trees are bare except the evergreens. Because of the cold weather, tickets to the scenic spots are inexpensive. Check a good hotel, since hot water supply can be limited, or let us arrange the accommodations for you.
Popular Jiuzhaigou Tours
If you're interested in visiting the fairyland in person, why not browse our popular tours below for inspiration?
- 5-Day Fairyland Tour to Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong
- 7-Day Chengdu and Jiuzhai Valley Fairyland Tour
- More Jiuzhai Valley tours
Not interested in the above tours? You can tailor-make your own unique tour by telling us your interests and requirements. We'll help you design the perfect trip.
Jiuzhaigou Climate Information by Month
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in January
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in February
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in March
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in April
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in May
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in June
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in July
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in August
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in September
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in October
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in November
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in December