Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High30.8°C
Low6.0°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
China Guilin, China
Guilin has a continental climate with average temperatures ranging from 13°C / 55°F in January to 31°C / 87°F in August.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 190 mm / 7.5 inches monthly, peaking in June (434 mm / 17.1 inches) and reaching its lowest in December (69 mm / 2.7 inches).
Sun intensity varies throughout the year, with UV levels reaching 9 in June and falling to 5 in December; strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Expect approximately 13.7 hours of daylight during June and around 10.6 hours in December.
Trip planning
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Guilin.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
434 mm
June carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
High (7.6)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
11 hrsto14 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
8 km/h
December is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
68 %to86 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Guilin, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Guilin compares
See how it ranks against the rest of China for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in China
#1 / 3
COOLEST (AVG)
in China
#3 / 3
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in China
#1 / 3
WINDIEST (AVG)
in China
#2 / 3
HIGHEST UV
in China
#1 / 3
MOST HUMID
in China
#2 / 3
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Guilin, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Guilin feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 23°C (73°F) and lows near 16°C (61°F). Conditions usually feel warm in the daytime and mild once the sun goes down. You may notice some humidity at times. It tends to be on the cloudier side, with fewer blue-sky days.
When is the best time to visit Guilin for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Guilin?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Guilin humid?
It can feel humid, especially in the warmer months, when humidity can climb to around 86%. Light, breathable fabrics help a lot on muggy days.
Is Guilin a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 8 km/h (5 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 49 km/h (30 mph). Overall it is it often feels breezy, especially in more exposed spots or along the coast.
How much daylight does Guilin get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.