Best Time to Visit Shantou
Best time: Nov, Dec, Oct, Jan.
Jul is warmest (31.5°C high); Jun is rainiest (276 mm).
Shantou weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17.5 | 10.5 | 34 | 5.2 |
| Feb | 17.5 | 11.2 | 64 | 5.3 |
| Mar | 19.9 | 13.6 | 98 | 5.9 |
| Apr | 23.9 | 17.8 | 157 | 6.7 |
| May | 27.5 | 21.6 | 208 | 7.4 |
| Jun | 29.7 | 24.3 | 276 | 7.8 |
| Jul | 31.5 | 25.3 | 211 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 31.3 | 25.2 | 250 | 8.9 |
| Sep | 30.4 | 24.1 | 151 | 8 |
| Oct | 27.8 | 20.7 | 59 | 7.4 |
| Nov | 23.9 | 16.4 | 37 | 6.1 |
| Dec | 19.8 | 12.2 | 34 | 5.3 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: NovDecOctJan
Beaches: NovOctDecJul
Hiking: JanNovDecFeb
Sightseeing: NovJanDecOct
Shantou quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jul, Aug): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shantou?
Nov, Dec, Oct, Jan.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 276 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 31.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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