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City Trips Potential

91/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

October, April, November

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

5°C – 29°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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Planning a city trip to Hangzhou?

The best time to visit Hangzhou for a city trip is October, April, November, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

→ Explore the best places to stay in Hangzhou
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Climate Heatmap

See at a glance which months offer the best city trips conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Hangzhou

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
37Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
77
February
41Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
82
March
62Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°123
April
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
17°118
May
78Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°131
June
46Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 68Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
25°223
July
21Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
29°161
August
24Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
28°178
September
60Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°113
October
91Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
19°71
November
83Excellent
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°65
December
45Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
64

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Hangzhou

When is the best time to visit Hangzhou for city trips?

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The best time to visit Hangzhou for city trips is typically in October, April, November, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Hangzhou?

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Rainy season typically: June–August. It is generally better to avoid these months for city trips.

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