Zhangjiajie, ChinaQuick decision
When to visit Zhangjiajie?
🌞 Best time overall
September
🌡️ Optimal temperature
70°F–84°F in September
🌧 Least rain
35% rainy days in September
🌧 Wettest month
January (35%)
📅 Best score
7.8/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Avatar Hallelujah MountainsMar–May or Sep–Nov — sandstone pillars from the film, glass bridge.
Bailong ElevatorYear-round — 326 m outdoor elevator, world record.
National park & hikingMar–May or Sep–Nov — misty trails, lush forests.
BudgetDec–Feb — park entry –50%, cheaper hotels, cold but magical.
Monthly climate data
Zhangjiajie weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 37°F | 50°F | 35% | 0.1in | 4.1h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 39°F | 54°F | 42% | 0.1in | 4.0h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 48°F | 64°F | 45% | 0.2in | 4.7h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 57°F | 73°F | 50% | 0.2in | 6.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 64°F | 81°F | 48% | 0.2in | 6.7h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ June | 72°F | 86°F | 58% | 0.3in | 8.7h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 77°F | 91°F | 56% | 0.2in | 11.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 77°F | 91°F | 48% | 0.2in | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 70°F | 84°F | 35% | 0.1in | 9.8h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 59°F | 72°F | 33% | 0.1in | 5.6h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ November | 50°F | 64°F | 35% | 0.1in | 5.6h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 41°F | 54°F | 21% | 0.0in | 7.1h | 5.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 23°F, 48% rainy days, 5.8h sunshine/day. Score: 6.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 32°F, 54% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 23°F, 34% rainy days, 7.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average 11°F, 33% rainy days, 5.1h sunshine/day. Score: 4.7/10.
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FAQ
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September is ideal with 35% rainy days and 29°F.
January is the wettest month with 35% rainy days.
Yes, September is the best month with an average of 29°F.
In winter, the average score is 4.7/10. Difficult period — prefer the peak season.
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