When is the best time to visit Foshan?

October and November are the sweet spot — mild, drier and less humid. March to April is a good second choice. Summers are hot and very wet, and that's also typhoon season.

What is Foshan's climate like?

Humid subtropical (Köppen Cwa): hot, wet summers with July highs around 33–34°C, and mild, drier winters, with January averaging roughly 14–17°C. Frost is essentially unknown.

Does it rain a lot in Foshan?

Yes, in summer. The wet season runs April–September and brings around 80% of the year's rain (roughly 1,800 mm annually). November to February is much drier.

Foshan weather & when to visit

Foshan's climate is Humid subtropical (Köppen Cwa). The best time to visit is October–November (also March–April) — mild, drier and far more comfortable than the hot, wet summer.

Last verified 15 June 2026

Summer: hot and wet

The hottest month is July — daytime highs ~33–34 °C (≈93 °F), and the wet season runs April–September (~80% of annual rainfall). Expect heavy, humid downpours — annual rainfall is about ≈1,800 mm (aggregators differ by station/period). This is also ~June–November (peak in late summer), so watch forecasts if you travel then.

Winter: mild and drier

The coolest month is January — mild, average ~14–17 °C (57–63 °F). Winters are mild and much drier — comfortable for sightseeing, if sometimes cloudy. A light jacket is usually enough.

When to go

Aim for October–November (also March–April): the most comfortable temperatures, lower humidity and the least rain. Pair good weather with the 3-day itinerary.

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Foshan?: October and November are the sweet spot — mild, drier and less humid. March to April is a good second choice. Summers are hot and very wet, and that's also typhoon season.
What is Foshan's climate like?: Humid subtropical (Köppen Cwa): hot, wet summers with July highs around 33–34°C, and mild, drier winters, with January averaging roughly 14–17°C. Frost is essentially unknown.
Does it rain a lot in Foshan?: Yes, in summer. The wet season runs April–September and brings around 80% of the year's rain (roughly 1,800 mm annually). November to February is much drier.