The best times to visit Jiuzhaigou for ideal weather are

June 18th to August 26th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Jiuzhaigou Travel Info

Weather in Jiuzhaigou

Temperature

Average temperatures in Jiuzhaigou vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Jiuzhaigou, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 74.8°F (23.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 47.9°F (8.8°C) at night.

Jiuzhaigou Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Jiuzhaigou Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Jiuzhaigou Perceived Temperature (F)

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Jiuzhaigou Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Jiuzhaigou Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 44.5 26.5 12.2
Feb 50.4 32.6 17.9
Mar 54.6 39.1 26
Apr 59.4 45.2 32.8
May 65.1 51.7 39.8
Jun 68.2 56.2 45.8
Jul 72.3 59.7 48.8
Aug 72.9 59 47.9
Sep 67.4 54.6 44.6
Oct 59 45.7 35.3
Nov 52.3 35.8 23.1
Dec 46 27.7 13.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.9 -3.1 -11
Feb 10.2 0.3 -7.8
Mar 12.6 3.9 -3.3
Apr 15.2 7.3 0.4
May 18.4 10.9 4.3
Jun 20.1 13.4 7.7
Jul 22.4 15.4 9.3
Aug 22.7 15 8.8
Sep 19.7 12.6 7
Oct 15 7.6 1.8
Nov 11.3 2.1 -4.9
Dec 7.8 -2.4 -10.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Jiuzhaigou are December, February, and then January. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid February. For example, on the week of February 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Jiuzhaigou? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Jiuzhaigou.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Jiuzhaigou (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 0.3
Feb 4% 0 0.4
Mar 13% 0 1.2
Apr 26% 0 3
May 44% 0 5.8
Jun 40% 0 4.4
Jul 34% 0 4.5
Aug 29% 0 3.5
Sep 37% 0 4.1
Oct 28% 0 2.8
Nov 6% 0 0.5
Dec 1% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 0.8
Feb 4 0 1
Mar 13 0 3
Apr 26 0 7.6
May 44 0 14.7
Jun 40 0 11.2
Jul 34 0 11.4
Aug 29 0 8.9
Sep 37 0 10.4
Oct 28 0 7.1
Nov 6 0 1.3
Dec 1 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Jiuzhaigou has some comfortably humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is February (30% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (58.9%).

Wind in Jiuzhaigou is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is April, followed by March and May. April’s average wind speed of around 3.6 knots (4.2 MPH or 6.7 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid April where average top sustained speeds reach 8.4 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Jiuzhaigou.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3 Barely noticeable 6.1 Light breeze
Feb 3.2 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Mar 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.4 Light breeze
Apr 3.6 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze
May 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.6 Light breeze
Jun 2.9 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Jul 3 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Aug 3 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Sep 3 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Oct 2.9 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Nov 2.8 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Dec 2.8 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 30.2%
Feb 30%
Mar 37.3%
Apr 43%
May 49.7%
Jun 57.1%
Jul 58.9%
Aug 56.3%
Sep 58.8%
Oct 54.7%
Nov 39.7%
Dec 30.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Jiuzhaigou?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Macao; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Jiuzhaigou, China is January, followed by September and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Jiuzhaigou in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 25.8 in June means 25.8% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Jiuzhaigou Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 66.7°F (19.3°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 14 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 9 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Jiuzhaigou, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 69.2°F (20.7°C) and 49.2°F (9.6°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 11 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Jiuzhaigou to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 53°F (11.7°C) and 42.9°F (6.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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