The best times to visit Xihu for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 3rd

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

 

 


Other Xihu Travel Info

Weather in Xihu

Temperature

Average temperatures in Xihu vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 24th 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 Xihu, 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 96.1°F (35.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79°F (26.1°C) at night.

Xihu Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Xihu 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.

Xihu Perceived Temperature (F)

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Xihu Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Xihu 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 47.3 40.6 33.8
Feb 51.7 44.7 37.8
Mar 61.1 52.7 44.3
Apr 71.5 62.4 53.4
May 81.5 72.6 63.9
Jun 84.5 77.4 71
Jul 94.2 85.7 78.1
Aug 92.4 84.1 77.3
Sep 83.7 76.7 70.3
Oct 75.1 67.3 59.5
Nov 63.3 56 48.2
Dec 52.1 44.7 37

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.5 4.8 1
Feb 10.9 7.1 3.2
Mar 16.2 11.5 6.8
Apr 21.9 16.9 11.9
May 27.5 22.6 17.7
Jun 29.2 25.2 21.7
Jul 34.6 29.8 25.6
Aug 33.6 28.9 25.2
Sep 28.7 24.8 21.3
Oct 23.9 19.6 15.3
Nov 17.4 13.3 9
Dec 11.2 7.1 2.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Xihu are October, December, 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 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 late February and early March with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of February 26th.

When can you find snow in Xihu? Weather stations report a very small amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Xihu is often around around December 3rd when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Xihu.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Xihu (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 23% 0 3
Feb 37% 0 4.9
Mar 39% 0 6.4
Apr 26% 0 5
May 30% 0 4.6
Jun 39% 0 11.7
Jul 24% 0 6.6
Aug 33% 0 7.9
Sep 28% 0 5.4
Oct 18% 0 4.9
Nov 28% 0 4
Dec 19% 0.8 3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 7.6
Feb 37 0 12.4
Mar 39 0 16.3
Apr 26 0 12.7
May 30 0 11.7
Jun 39 0 29.7
Jul 24 0 16.8
Aug 33 0 20.1
Sep 28 0 13.7
Oct 18 0 12.4
Nov 28 0 10.2
Dec 19 2 7.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Xihu has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (53.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (68.5%).

Wind in Xihu is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by August and April. September’s average wind speed of around 5.1 knots (5.9 MPH or 9.5 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 to mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 11.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 4.3 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.8 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Mar 5 Light breeze 10.2 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.1 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
May 4.8 Light breeze 9.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.3 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.7 Light breeze 9.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.6 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 56.5%
Feb 61.9%
Mar 56.6%
Apr 53.5%
May 54.9%
Jun 68.5%
Jul 58.9%
Aug 63.7%
Sep 65.9%
Oct 60.1%
Nov 62.2%
Dec 53.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Xihu?

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 Xihu, China is June, followed by July 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 Xihu in October. 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48.4 in October means 48.4% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Xihu Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 82.4°F (28°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 8 to 12 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 the most precipitation with 7 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Xihu, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.8°F (29.9°C) and 58.6°F (14.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 to 8 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 too cold this time of year in Xihu to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 55.6°F (13.1°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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