Weather in Chengdu
What's the weather like in Chengdu?
Chengdu has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 11°C (51°F) in January to 31°C (87°F) in July, with overnight lows around 3°C (38°F) and 23°C (73°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Chengdu are March through May, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇳 China
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Coordinates
- 30.573, 104.067
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 38°F | 12 mm | 5 | — |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 5°C / 41°F | 19 mm | 6 | — |
| March | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 50°F | 38 mm | 11 | — |
| April | 24°C / 74°F | 14°C / 58°F | 79 mm | 12 | — |
| May | 27°C / 80°F | 18°C / 64°F | 93 mm | 14 | — |
| June | 30°C / 85°F | 21°C / 71°F | 124 mm | 14 | — |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 288 mm | 20 | — |
| August | 30°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 280 mm | 21 | — |
| September | 26°C / 79°F | 20°C / 67°F | 109 mm | 16 | — |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 59°F | 57 mm | 12 | — |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 10°C / 49°F | 19 mm | 6 | — |
| December | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 39°F | 14 mm | 5 | — |
Chengdu by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Chengdu?
The most comfortable months in Chengdu are usually March, April, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Chengdu?
July is typically the hottest month in Chengdu, averaging a high of 31°C (87°F).
What is the coldest month in Chengdu?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 3°C (38°F).
Does it snow in Chengdu?
Snow is rare in Chengdu; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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