The best times to visit Shaoguan for ideal weather are

February 19th to May 6th

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

 

 


Other Shaoguan Travel Info

Weather in Shaoguan

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shaoguan vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a chance of precipitation throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Shaoguan, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 95.1°F (35.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76.2°F (24.6°C) at night.

Shaoguan Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shaoguan 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.

Shaoguan Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shaoguan Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shaoguan 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 57 48.9 41.9
Feb 63.4 55.9 49
Mar 67.3 60.5 54
Apr 75.9 68.8 61.9
May 83.3 76.1 69.7
Jun 88.3 80.8 74.9
Jul 92.8 84 77.1
Aug 93 83.3 76
Sep 88.8 79.7 72.5
Oct 82.6 72.2 63.3
Nov 71.5 62.1 53.7
Dec 61.1 52 43.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.9 9.4 5.5
Feb 17.4 13.3 9.4
Mar 19.6 15.8 12.2
Apr 24.4 20.4 16.6
May 28.5 24.5 20.9
Jun 31.3 27.1 23.8
Jul 33.8 28.9 25.1
Aug 33.9 28.5 24.4
Sep 31.6 26.5 22.5
Oct 28.1 22.3 17.4
Nov 21.9 16.7 12.1
Dec 16.2 11.1 6.6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shaoguan are October, January, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early May with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of April 30th.

When can you find snow in Shaoguan? 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 Shaoguan.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shaoguan (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 19% 0 3
Feb 26% 0 3.4
Mar 32% 0 5.8
Apr 38% 0 7.7
May 48% 0 15.8
Jun 46% 0 11.5
Jul 23% 0 3.7
Aug 24% 0 4.7
Sep 21% 0 4.2
Oct 8% 0 2.5
Nov 21% 0 3.9
Dec 22% 0 4.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 19 0 7.6
Feb 26 0 8.6
Mar 32 0 14.7
Apr 38 0 19.6
May 48 0 40.1
Jun 46 0 29.2
Jul 23 0 9.4
Aug 24 0 11.9
Sep 21 0 10.7
Oct 8 0 6.4
Nov 21 0 9.9
Dec 22 0 12.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Shaoguan has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is October (60% relative humidity), and the most humid month is May (74%).

Wind in Shaoguan is usually calm. The windiest month is July, followed by June and February. July’s average wind speed of around 5.4 knots (6.2 MPH or 10.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early July where average top sustained speeds reach 10.9 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.7 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.9 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.7 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.7 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
May 4.5 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.1 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 9.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.5 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.2 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.4 Light breeze 7.4 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 7.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 7.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.8%
Feb 67.5%
Mar 72.5%
Apr 71.9%
May 74%
Jun 73%
Jul 65%
Aug 65.6%
Sep 67.2%
Oct 60%
Nov 64.2%
Dec 60.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shaoguan?

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 Shaoguan, China is March, followed by April and September. 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 Shaoguan in December. 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 40.9 in December means 40.9% of the tourists vs. March.

 

 

Overall Shaoguan Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 86.5°F (30.3°C) and 60.3°F (15.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is very common with 10 to 15 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 very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 7 to 14 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Shaoguan, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.8°F (32.7°C) and 66.6°F (19.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Shaoguan to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.9°F (19.4°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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