The month in detail
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Guilin. Temperatures rise (20°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 47% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
March ranks 10 out of 12 months in Guilin. Compared to February: +6°C daytime, 15 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
12°
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Guilin is October (8.3/10), 3.9 pts higher than March.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · China
🗣️LanguageMandarin
💶CurrencyYuan renminbi (¥)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.45°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 61%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Other destinations in March
If March doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Guilin ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ChinaTemperate climate with a 8.3 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.27°N · 110.29°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guilin?
October is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 5.1h of sunshine and 16.0% rainy days. The months of October & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Guilin get in October?
Guilin averages 5.1 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Guilin?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Guilin in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Guilin good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Guilin scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Guilin?
January is the most difficult month to visit Guilin, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Guilin in March?
The average UV index reaches 4 in March in Guilin (moderate), with about 11.8h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.