Best Time to Visit Zhaotong
Best time: Apr, Mar, May, Nov.
Jul is warmest (24.6°C high); Jun is rainiest (170 mm).
Zhaotong weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9.3 | -2.1 | 11 | 4 |
| Feb | 11.8 | -0.2 | 10 | 5 |
| Mar | 16.6 | 3.2 | 14 | 6.3 |
| Apr | 20.4 | 7.5 | 40 | 7.4 |
| May | 22.4 | 11.4 | 96 | 7.3 |
| Jun | 23.1 | 14.3 | 170 | 6.9 |
| Jul | 24.6 | 15.8 | 168 | 7 |
| Aug | 24.4 | 15 | 142 | 7.3 |
| Sep | 21.1 | 12.4 | 123 | 6.1 |
| Oct | 17.3 | 8.7 | 70 | 4.6 |
| Nov | 13.7 | 3.8 | 24 | 4.4 |
| Dec | 10.4 | -0.6 | 12 | 3.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: AprMarMayNov
Beaches: MarFebJanApr
Hiking: MarAprNovFeb
Sightseeing: AprMarMayNov
Zhaotong quick facts
What to pack
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 Zhaotong?
Apr, Mar, May, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 170 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 24.6°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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