Yangshuo Weather: Climate & Best Time to Visit

Yangshuo Seasons to Go

Yangshuo has four distinctive seasons, spring from March to May, summer from June to August, autumn from September to November and winter from December to February of next year. The scenery of Yangshuo varies from different seasons. Check the below details to have a clear understanding about clothing and the top recommended activities in different seasons.

Spring (March - May)

Spring in Yangshuo is from March to May, with a temperature from 11°C to 18°C (52-64°F). During this period of time, Yangshuo is getting warmer and warmer. And the rainfall there also increases month by month. The weather in May is most changeable in Yangshuo. There will be a lot of rains. You are recommended to wear sweater or light coat and take an umbrella in spring. Sunglasseses, sunhat and sunscreen are also recommended in May, for sometimes the highest temperature in May can reach 27°C (80°F).

Seasonal Activities

Spring flowers in bloom make Yangshuo, especially the Yangshuo countryside lively and attractive. So in spring, you can have a Yangshuo countryside cycling, hiking, bamboo rafting to closely visit the fields, hills and rivers, and have a bird view of the blooming spring, which is full of golden rape flowers.

 

Popular Guilin Tour with Cycling & Bamboo Rafting Experiences:
>> 4 Days Leisure Guilin Tour with Half-day Cycling in Yangshuo
>> 4 Days Li River Hiking with Yanshuo Highlights Tour

Summer (June - August)

Summer, the hottest time in Yangshuo, usually starts from June to August. The average temperature during this period of time is about 30°C. In summer, Yangshuo is always decorated with bright sunshine, while sometimes there may be sudden heavy rains. June enjoys the heaviest rainfall amounts during the whole year, while July and August are the hottest two mouths of the whole year. T-shirt, shorts and sandals are recommended when doing outdoor activities in Yangshuo, while a thin coat are highly advised when in caves, for it is much cooler than outside. Sunglasses, sunhat, sunscreen, insect repellent and an umbrella are better on your list too.

Seasonal Activities

Li River cruise, Yulong River bamboo rafting and karst caves exploring are the top things to do in summer. When the night comes, you can also enjoy the magnificent live performance played on the water - Impression Liu Sanjie.

 

Hot Guilin Tour:
>> 5 Days Best Guilin In-depth Vacation (Li River, Yangshuo & Longji Terrace)

Autumn (September - November)

Autumn from September to November in Yangshuo is still a little bit hot in the daytime, but it may be cold in the morning and night. The temperature is from 21°C -30°C, and the average rainfall is only about 76mm, thus you may feel cooler but drier than in summer. You are recommended to wear casual and light clothes like long-sleeved shirts plus thin jackets or windbreaker in autumn.

Seasonal Activities

Autumn is a pleasant season to encounter with the osmanthus flowers and golden fields. The whole city of Yangshuo is scented with a sweet fragrance of osmanthus flowers, and the countryside is decorated with vertiginous fields, especially along the Yulong River and Ten-mile Gallery. In autumn, biking and hiking are the top recommended things to do in Yangshuo.

 

Recommended Guilin Tour:
>> 6 Days Guilin In-depth Photography Tour

Winter (December - February)

Winter in Yangshuo is from December to February of next year. The Temperature varies from 8°C -16°C (46°F-61°F). Though it is the coldest time, there seldom snows. To keep warm in winter, you are advised to wear thermal underwear and woolen sweaters. And if you want to hike or ride, better to wear antiskid shoes.

Seasonal Activities

During this period time, you can visit the ancient towns like Xingping, Fuli, etc. Winter is the off season of Yangshuo. The prices of the hotels there in winter are much cheaper than in other seasons. So if you want a budget Yangshuo tour and avoid the crowds, you can visit Yangshuo in winter. And if you go to Yangshuo during the Spring Festival, which usually starts from late January or early February, you can have a close experience of this most vital festival in China.

How to Plan a Yangshuo Tour

Yangshuo is a world-class tourist destination. The scenery in Yangshuo has long been reputed as the essence part of Guilin. The Moon Hill, Yulong River, West Street, Big Banyan Tree, Xingping Ancient Town, Xianggong Mountain; There are lots of wonderful places that worth a visit in Yangshuo. Usually, you are highly recommended to spend 2-4 days to explore its charming countryside scenery, marvelous karst mountain and rivers. You can take the leisurely Li River cruise to Yangshuo from Guilin. And then enjoy the famous Impression Sanjie Liu in the evening. After a comfortable rest in one of the hotels in West Street, you can spend the next whole day to explore the Yulong River and Ten-mile Gallery.

For more details, you can check at our most popular 2 Days Guilin Ideal Li River Cruise with Yangshuo Essence Tour >>

Travel with China Discovery

Vacation is near, but you haven't planned your trip yet? You want to visit many places in Yangshuo, but don't know how to plan your tour day by day? Feel trouble about how to get to and around Yangshuo? Don't worry, just tell us and travel with China Discovery. Our experienced travel consultant will customize a Yangshuo tour for you according to your needs with their professional knowledge and experience. During your holiday in Yangshuo, you will never feel troubled by the hotel, transfer, local guide, etc. Therefore, you could pay more attention to the wonderful highlights on the way. If you are interested in, please feel free to contact us>