Chaozhou, Guangdong Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Chaozhou, Guangdong gets 1664 mm of precipitation a year over about 121 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 12°C).

Chaozhou climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Chaozhou, Guangdong has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 19°C in January to 32°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Chaozhou get?

Chaozhou gets 1664 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 121 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 67% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 293 mm. October is the driest, with 41 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 39 days, to November 28, 2023.

Chaozhou weather by month

Chaozhou weather in January

In January, Chaozhou averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The January record high is 29°C (2000) and the record low is 2°C (1986). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chaozhou weather in February

In February, Chaozhou averages a high of 19°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (2009) and the record low is 2°C (1984). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chaozhou weather in March

In March, Chaozhou averages a high of 22°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 3°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chaozhou weather in April

In April, Chaozhou averages a high of 25°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2025) and the record low is 9°C (1996). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chaozhou weather in May

In May, Chaozhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 208 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2021) and the record low is 15°C (1984).

Chaozhou weather in June

In June, Chaozhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 293 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 18°C (1981).

Chaozhou weather in July

In July, Chaozhou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 235 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2008) and the record low is 21°C (1985).

Chaozhou weather in August

In August, Chaozhou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 292 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2012) and the record low is 22°C (1994).

Chaozhou weather in September

In September, Chaozhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 150 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2021) and the record low is 18°C (1971).

Chaozhou weather in October

In October, Chaozhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2024) and the record low is 8°C (1978).

Chaozhou weather in November

In November, Chaozhou averages a high of 25°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The November record high is 33°C (2023) and the record low is 4°C (1979). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Chaozhou weather in December

In December, Chaozhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The December record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (1991). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chaozhou

January is the sunniest month in Chaozhou, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 10%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Chaozhou is cloudier than 80% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 85% and is lowest in December at 65%.

Chaozhou has about 44 days a year above 32°C. Chaozhou is hotter than 64% of China.

Chaozhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Chaozhou station is 39°C, on July 27, 2008. The coldest is 1°C, on December 29, 1991.

The wettest day on record brought 396 mm of rain, on May 17, 2006.

35 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Chaozhou

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 12°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 19°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 26°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 21°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January43 mm667%52%-8°29°
February53 mm973%40%-8°29°
March92 mm1073%35%-7°32°
April157 mm1273%32%-6°35°
May208 mm1478%20%-3°38°15°
June293 mm1785%10%-2°37°18°
July235 mm1481%27%-2°39°21°
August292 mm1584%22%-2°38°22°
September150 mm1079%38%-2°38°18°
October41 mm473%36%-3°37°
November51 mm569%47%-5°33°
December46 mm665%52%-7°30°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Chaozhou climate questions

How much rain does Chaozhou get?

Chaozhou gets 1664 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 121 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Chaozhou?

June is the wettest month in Chaozhou, with 293 mm. October is the driest, with 41 mm.

How many rainy days does Chaozhou have a year?

Chaozhou has about 121 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Chaozhou?

July is the warmest month in Chaozhou, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Chaozhou?

January is the coldest month in Chaozhou, with an average low of 12°C.

What is the record high temperature in Chaozhou?

The record high at the Chaozhou station is 39°C, set on July 27, 2008. The record low is 1°C, on December 29, 1991.

What is the sunniest month in Chaozhou?

January is the sunniest month in Chaozhou, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Chaozhou?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHANTOU (29 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHANTOU.