Zhangjiajie · SpringMonth summary
Zhangjiajie weather in April
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
57°F – 73°F
🌧 Rainy days
50% of days
☀️ Sunshine
6.0h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.1/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Zhangjiajie in April?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in April (7.1/10). September scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Zhangjiajie in April by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Zhangjiajie. Temperatures rise (23°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 50% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In April, Zhangjiajie averages 73°F, 50% rainy days and 6.0h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.1/10.
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Comparison
April vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -15%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Zhangjiajie in April
Is April a good time to visit Zhangjiajie?
April is an acceptable time for Zhangjiajie (score 7.1/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (7.8/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Zhangjiajie in April?
Yes, 50% of days see rain in April. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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