Fenghuang Ancient Town Weather: Climate & Best Time to Visit

❀ Average Temperature: about 20°C

Usually, Fenghuang Ancient Town will become warmer from April. But the day and night temperatures vary widely. So, don’t forget to take a light coat to keep warm at night.

• Activities: It is the most comfortable season to walk around the cobblestone lanes to appreciate stilted buildings, ancient gate towers, and exquisite bridges. Historical and cultural sites including Former Residence of Shen Congwen, Lei Yutian Private Museum, Former Residence of Xiong Xiling are worthy of visiting. Tourists can also cruise along the Tuoijiang River and immerse in the fog in the morning of spring.

If tourists are interested in the unique Miao culture, there are some stores that provide Miao Costumes, makeup, and photography services. Tourists can record beautiful moments with photoshoots.

• What to Wear: Wearing long sleeves, jackets, and long trousers is enough.

☀ Average Temperature: 18°C ~ 28°C

Days of rainfall are less during autumn. It starts to get cold in November, but not suddenly. So, tourists don’t need to bring too much thick cloth.

• Activities: With a cool climate, Fenghuang Ancient Town is suitable for various activities. Photographing, sightseeing, Miao costume experience, and boating are all good choices. If time permits with more 3 to 5 days, tourists usually have a tour package with Zhangjiajie to enjoy its spectacular landforms and national parks, including Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Tianmen Montain, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, etc.

• What to Wear: Hoodie, trench coat, light pants, and walking shoes are the best choices. And do remember to take an umbrella in case it rains.

☂ Average Temperature: 33°C ~ 36°C

Summer is hot and rainy in Fenghuang Ancient Town. Showers and thundershowers occur frequently. But the rain will not last too long.

• Activities: Tourists can visit indoor attractions when raining, including Former Residence of Shen Congwen, Lei Yutian Private Museum, Former Residence of Xiong Xiling, etc. After the rain stops, tourists can continue to explore outdoor scenery, such as wandering along the Tuojiang River, stepping up to the gate towers, or having a leisure boat trip.

If travelers visit Fenghuang Ancient Town during the Dragon Boat Festival (the 5th day of the 5th lunar month), they can have a chance to watch the boat race and experience folk activities such as throwing Zongzi.

• What to Wear: T-shirts, shorts, comfortable sandals, a light coat, mosquito repellent, umbrellas, sunscreen, and sunglasses are needed.

• Warm Tips: It is slippery on cobblestone roads after rain. Please be careful when you stroll around the streets if it rains.

☃ Average Temperature: 1.7°C ~ 4.3°C

Winter is a little cold in Fenghuang Ancient Town and there may be snow. You can wear antiskid shoes because there are some icy roads after snowing. It is the off-season when everywhere is less crowded and hotels are cheaper. For tourists who prefer a quiet travel experience, it is recommended to visit Fenghuang Ancient Town in winter.

• Activities: Tuojiang River boating and leisurely walks to explore historical sites will not be influenced by coldness. The tranquility of winter allows tourists to soak in the town’s rich history and culture at a slower pace. Winter is the perfect time to sample the spicy local delicacies to warm you up.

• What to Wear: It would be better to bring down jackets, windcoats, overcoats, sweaters, and antiskid shoes to keep warm and comfortable.

Normally, tourists spend  1~2 days in Fenghuang Ancient Town to visiting the 8 core attractions in the town and nearby attractions such as Furong Ancient Town, South Great Wall, Dehang Miao Village etc.

Most travelers would tour Fenghuang Ancient City with the top highlight in Hunan province - Zhangjiajie, one of the most famous UNESCO world heritage sites in China for 3 to 5 days. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Yuanjiajie, Tianzi Mountain, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, Tianmen Mountain, Yellow Dragon Cave are here awaiting your exploration.

Then if you still have time, you may extend your tour to the capital of Hunan province - Changsha city for 1 to 2 days to visit famous attractions like Yuelu Mountain, Orange Isle, Hunan Provincial Museum, Taiping Street and try Hunan food and snacks there.

☛ 5 Days Amazing Zhangjiajie & Fenghuang Ancient Town Tour

☛ 6 Days Zhangjiajie Tour with Antique Furong & Fenghuang Ancient Towns

☛ 7 Days Hunan Discovery Tour from Changsha

If you want to have a side trip with nearby province such as Guizhou, Mount Fanjing and Xijiang Miao Village can offer more authentic ethnic experience of Miao and Dong Minority.

☛ 3 Days Amazing Fanjingshan & Fenghuang Ancient Town Tour

☛ 9 Days Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang & Beautiful Guizhou Tour with Ethnic Culture

Apart from destinations in and nearby Hunan Province, visitors are also recommended to have an overall understanding by touring Beijing (3~5 days), Shanghai (2~4 days), Xian (2~4 days), Guilin (3~5 days), Yangtze River Cruises (4~5 days), Chongqing (1~2 days), Chengdu (2~4 days), etc.