Best Time to Visit Lijiang
Best time: May, Apr, Nov, Oct.
Jun is warmest (24.3°C high); Jul is rainiest (134 mm).
Lijiang weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13.9 | -0.5 | 14 | 5.8 |
| Feb | 15.3 | 1.8 | 36 | 6.7 |
| Mar | 17.6 | 4.7 | 72 | 7.7 |
| Apr | 20.2 | 7.5 | 71 | 8.3 |
| May | 23.4 | 11.2 | 45 | 8 |
| Jun | 24.3 | 14.5 | 96 | 7.1 |
| Jul | 23.5 | 14.8 | 134 | 6.4 |
| Aug | 23.3 | 14 | 128 | 6.8 |
| Sep | 21.7 | 12.3 | 93 | 6.5 |
| Oct | 20.1 | 8.9 | 70 | 5.7 |
| Nov | 16.9 | 3.5 | 22 | 6 |
| Dec | 14.6 | -0.4 | 11 | 5.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayAprNovOct
Beaches: MayDecJanNov
Hiking: NovDecMayJan
Sightseeing: MayAprNovOct
Lijiang quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lijiang?
May, Apr, Nov, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 134 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jun, with average highs of 24.3°C.
Where to stay
See Lijiang hotels · Book Lijiang tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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