Best Time to Visit Chongqing
Best time: Mar, Apr, Nov, Feb.
Aug is warmest (33.2°C high); Jul is rainiest (195 mm).
Chongqing weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 10.1 | 6.1 | 19 | 3.1 |
| Feb | 12 | 7.6 | 20 | 3.8 |
| Mar | 16.9 | 10.9 | 38 | 5.3 |
| Apr | 22.7 | 15.5 | 85 | 6.5 |
| May | 26.9 | 19.3 | 147 | 6.8 |
| Jun | 29.3 | 21.9 | 176 | 7.3 |
| Jul | 32.4 | 24.6 | 195 | 8.3 |
| Aug | 33.2 | 24.6 | 158 | 8.4 |
| Sep | 27.4 | 20.9 | 149 | 6.2 |
| Oct | 21.7 | 16.4 | 92 | 4.2 |
| Nov | 16.7 | 12 | 50 | 3.3 |
| Dec | 11.5 | 7.6 | 23 | 2.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MarAprNovFeb
Beaches: AugJul
Hiking: FebDecMarJan
Sightseeing: MarNovFebApr
Chongqing quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jul, Aug): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chongqing?
Mar, Apr, Nov, Feb.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 195 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 33.2°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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