When to Guilin
Climate guide & best times to travel
Best Time to Visit
Month-by-Month Guide
January
January brings Guilin's coolest temperatures with comfortable highs of 53°F and lows of 42°F. The dry conditions with only 2.7 inches of rainfall make it excellent for sightseeing, though the cooler weather may limit some outdoor water activities. This is peak season for domestic tourism during Chinese New Year period.
February
February remains cool and relatively dry with temperatures ranging from 46°F to 57°F and moderate rainfall of 3.3 inches. The weather is ideal for cultural exploration and photography of the karst landscape. Tourist crowds remain high due to extended Chinese New Year celebrations.
March
March marks the beginning of warmer weather with temperatures rising to 63°F, though rainfall increases to 6.0 inches. The mild temperatures and emerging spring scenery make it pleasant for outdoor activities. Tourist numbers begin to moderate after the winter peak.
April
April brings significantly warmer temperatures (74°F highs) but marks the beginning of the wet season with 8.9 inches of rainfall. The combination of warmth and increased precipitation creates lush, green landscapes. Crowds are moderate as weather becomes less predictable.
May
May sees temperatures climb to 82°F with substantial rainfall of 12.6 inches as the monsoon season intensifies. The heavy rains can disrupt outdoor activities but create dramatic misty landscapes around the limestone peaks. Tourist crowds decrease due to unpredictable weather.
June
June experiences the year's peak rainfall at 17.7 inches combined with hot temperatures reaching 86°F. The intense monsoon conditions make outdoor activities challenging but create spectacular waterfalls and misty mountain views. This is the wettest and least popular month for tourism.
July
July brings the year's hottest temperatures at 91°F, but rainfall decreases significantly to 10.5 inches. The combination of high heat and humidity with reduced precipitation makes it more manageable for tourism than the previous months. Summer vacation crowds begin to arrive.
August
August maintains peak summer heat at 91°F but with much lower rainfall at 5.8 inches, making it one of the better summer months for travel. The reduced precipitation allows for better outdoor activities despite the high temperatures. Tourist numbers increase with improved weather conditions.
September
September offers excellent conditions with temperatures moderating to 87°F and rainfall dropping to just 3.2 inches. The combination of warm but not excessive heat with dry conditions makes it ideal for all outdoor activities. This marks the beginning of peak tourist season.
October
October provides some of the year's most pleasant weather with comfortable 79°F highs and minimal rainfall of 2.2 inches. The clear, mild conditions offer perfect visibility for photography and hiking among the karst peaks. This is considered one of the best months to visit.
November
November continues the excellent weather pattern with mild 69°F temperatures and low rainfall of 3.2 inches. The comfortable conditions and clear skies make it perfect for river cruises and outdoor exploration. Tourist crowds remain high due to ideal weather conditions.
December
December brings cooler temperatures with highs of 58°F and the year's lowest rainfall at 2.1 inches. The dry, mild conditions are excellent for sightseeing, though some may find it too cool for water activities. Tourist crowds begin to decrease before the winter holiday season.