Located in the subtropics, Huangshan City has a wet mild monsoon climate. Heaviest rainfall occurs from May to August; average annual temperature ranges from 15C (59F)-16C (60.8F). Most areas are free of severe winter cold. The comfortable weather affords good opportunities to travel throughout the year in Huangshan City and its stunning environs.

Visitors to Huangshan City are there mostly for the stunning sights on Mt. Huangshan, so weather on Mt. Huangshan is also a factor for tourists.

Weather on Mt. Huangshan is marine-like; temperatures are lower at higher altitudes. From April to June Mt. Huangshan is rainy, misty and cloudy. It is cool in summer while the average temperature of winter is above 0C (32F). The mountain's variable weather adds a different dimension each season.

In April the average temperature on Mt. Huangshan is 10C (50F). Flowers, trees and grass emerge, making spring among the best seasons to visit Mt. Huangshan. With warm humid air from southern parts, Mt. Huangshan steps into summer. Some places, however, such as Bright Summit Peak and Jade Screen Tower do not get a summer season. After a summer rainstorm, Mt. Huangshan becomes a world of water and rainbows above a sea of clouds. In the fall, the average temperature is 12.9C (55.22F) in September and 11.7C (53.06F) in October. Many tourists recommend the winter landscapes of Mt. Huangshan as the most spectacular. Winter, the longest of the four seasons, is chilly without being severe.

While weather on Mt. Huangshan is not a problem, space can be. On May Day and National Day, legal holiday for the whole nation, swarms of people travel to Mt. Huangshan, putting severe strains on accommodation and restaurants. Tourists are advised to avoid Mt. Huangshan on these holidays.

As the temperature on Mt. Huangshan is about 10 C (50F), lower than in the flat areas, and windy, you are advised to bring a coat even in summer although some hotels do offer overcoat rentals. If you go to Mt. Huangshan in winter, bring warm clothes, preferably fleece or down. It is always wise to check the weather report the day before. For safety reasons during summer thunderstorms visitors are not allowed to hold umbrellas as the wind may catch them and cause falls down the mountain. Raincoats are preferable.

Best times and locations from which to see the sunrise on Mt. Huangshan
The best east-facing viewing areas are Dawn Pavilion, Refreshing Platform, Lion Peak, Rosy Clouds Peak, Bright Peak Summit, Jade Screen Peak, Lotus Blossom Peak and Heavenly Capital Peak; best times to view a sunrise:
Spring ---- 05:30-06:00
Summer ---- 04:40-05:10
Fall ---- 04:50-05:20
Winter ---- 05:30-06:00

Best times and viewing areas from which to see sunglow on Mt. Huangshan
Before and after sunrise is the best time to see sunglow. As with viewing the sunrise, you should be in position early.

Best times and viewing areas from which to see seas of clouds on Mt. Huangshan
From September to May is the best season for cloud viewing, especially on a clear day after rainy or snowy weather. Seas of clouds are infrequent in summer. To best experience the beauty of seas clouds, tourists should change their viewing locations points according to the height of clouds.

Festival
Except for the traditional festivals, Huangshan International Tourism Festival is usually held in October or November. Tourists can appreciate the folk-custom performances in the Opening Ceremony and many exhibitions of handcrafts, paintings and calligraphies. The evening parties are also amazing.

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