Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
October, November, September
March, April, May, June, July, August
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Yangshuo?
The best time to visit Yangshuo for backpacking is October, November, September, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Yangshuo due to better weather and lower costs.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Yangshuo
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 41Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 9° | 68 |
February | 45Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 10° | 73 |
March | 57Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 137 |
April | 54Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 194 |
May | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 23° | 289 |
June | 49Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 26° | 332 |
July | 48Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 28° | 206 |
August | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 167 |
September | 77Good Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 25° | 77 |
October | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 67 |
November | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 62 |
December | 67Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 50 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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