Best Time to Visit Nanjing
Best time: Oct, May, Apr, Sep.
Jul is warmest (31.8°C high); Jul is rainiest (211 mm).
Nanjing weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6.8 | -0.9 | 35 | 4.3 |
| Feb | 8.7 | 0.8 | 50 | 4.9 |
| Mar | 13 | 5.1 | 74 | 6.3 |
| Apr | 20.4 | 10.9 | 87 | 7.5 |
| May | 25.7 | 16.3 | 91 | 8.6 |
| Jun | 29 | 20.9 | 154 | 8.8 |
| Jul | 31.8 | 24.8 | 211 | 9.1 |
| Aug | 31.7 | 24.3 | 127 | 9.2 |
| Sep | 27.2 | 19.5 | 96 | 7.5 |
| Oct | 22.1 | 13.4 | 54 | 6.3 |
| Nov | 15.6 | 6.6 | 55 | 4.8 |
| Dec | 9.6 | 0.8 | 29 | 4.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: OctMayAprSep
Beaches: OctMayJulAug
Hiking: OctNovDecMar
Sightseeing: OctMayAprSep
Nanjing quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jul): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Nanjing?
Oct, May, Apr, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 211 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 31.8°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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