Best Time to Visit Chengdu
Best time: Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
Aug is warmest (29.9°C high); Jul is rainiest (235 mm).
Chengdu weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9.4 | 2.9 | 9 | 2.3 |
| Feb | 11.5 | 4.9 | 13 | 2.9 |
| Mar | 16 | 8.4 | 23 | 4.1 |
| Apr | 21.9 | 13 | 50 | 5.7 |
| May | 26.2 | 17.3 | 85 | 6.6 |
| Jun | 28.2 | 20.5 | 113 | 6.7 |
| Jul | 29.7 | 22.1 | 235 | 6.6 |
| Aug | 29.9 | 21.6 | 206 | 6.4 |
| Sep | 25.3 | 18.6 | 130 | 4.8 |
| Oct | 20.7 | 14.5 | 46 | 3.5 |
| Nov | 15.9 | 9.5 | 21 | 2.9 |
| Dec | 11.7 | 5.4 | 7 | 2.2 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprOctMarNov
Beaches: AprMayOctDec
Hiking: MarDecNovFeb
Sightseeing: AprMarNovOct
Chengdu quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chengdu?
Apr, Oct, Mar, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 235 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 29.9°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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