Best Time to Visit Suzhou
Best time: Oct, Apr, May, Nov.
Jul is warmest (31.9°C high); Jun is rainiest (153 mm).
Suzhou weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7 | 0.5 | 48 | 4 |
| Feb | 8.5 | 1.9 | 57 | 4.6 |
| Mar | 13 | 5.8 | 58 | 6 |
| Apr | 19.3 | 11.2 | 72 | 7.3 |
| May | 24.6 | 16.5 | 93 | 8.3 |
| Jun | 27.8 | 21.1 | 153 | 8.3 |
| Jul | 31.9 | 25.4 | 129 | 9.1 |
| Aug | 31.5 | 24.9 | 124 | 9.1 |
| Sep | 27.1 | 20.4 | 105 | 7.5 |
| Oct | 22.3 | 14.8 | 32 | 6.3 |
| Nov | 16.3 | 8.6 | 42 | 4.6 |
| Dec | 10.2 | 2.4 | 45 | 3.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: OctAprMayNov
Beaches: OctJulAugJun
Hiking: OctNovMarApr
Sightseeing: OctAprNovMay
Suzhou quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jul, Aug): 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 Suzhou?
Oct, Apr, May, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 153 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 31.9°C.
Where to stay
Book Suzhou hotels · Suzhou tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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