|  Guilin has a sub-tropical monsoon climate with four mild and distinctive seasons. The weather in January is the coolest with an average temperature of 7.9 C (46F). July is the hottest with an average temperature of 28.3C (82.9F). Warm clothes are recommended for winter-wear, while in spring and autumn something lighter with a woolen sweater will be comfortable. T-shirts with skirts, shorts or slacks are the best choice for summer when the temperature can be rather high. Summer is the rainy season, especially in May and June. Always remember to bring an umbrella with you. Comfortable footwear suitable for walking is a must all year round. It would be wise to bring sun block with you, some medicine to prevent heatstroke and insect repellant Local herbal tea also helps travelers to become accustomed to the local weather and water.
 The optimum time to travel in Guilin is from April to October. However, try to avoid the two golden weeks, namely May Day (1 May to 7 May) and National Day (1 October to 7 October), when all the people in China seem to move around. Also Spring Festival in January or February should also be avoided since more and more families take a trip rather than staying at home as before. At these times you can expect difficulties with hotel reservations, ticket booking and traffic conditions and prices are frequently much higher.
Detailed information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Guilin.
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Travelers' Voices on Guilin Climate
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Nov. 16,2009 02:02 Reply
Ms.Tracey(Malaysia) said:
Hi, I'm planning to travel Guilin by mid of Sept'2010. What's the weather & season during that period?
Is it the best weather and what sort of clothes should I prepare? Thanks.
Nov. 17,2009 21:50
Mr.MANNY(China) replied:
Yes, it is good to visit Guilin in Sep. The temperature is 25-33C. Not ofter rain in this month. If it has rain, it will not last long. Anway, not bad to be there at that time. Just wear summer clothes.
2.
Nov. 15,2009 23:48 Reply
Ms.Eleonora(Indonesia) said:
hi,
i, my aunt and sister are planning to go to Guilin this december. what the weather would be? since we have never experience any winter season, any recommended clothes to be wore? how many days do you think it's enough to visit Guilin ? Thanks in advance.
Nov. 16,2009 02:12
Ms.STACEY(China) replied:
it`s cold and the wind is strong.You may take Cotton-padded clothes,and 7-8days is enough to visit Guilin.
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Nov. 14,2009 01:23 Reply
Ms.Winnie(Malaysia) said:
Hi, I plan to visit Guilin from 29 April - 1 May 2010. Is it the best weather and what sort of clothes should I prepare? Thanks.
Nov. 15,2009 10:02
Ms.STACEY(China) replied:
the weather is nice at that time .you should bring T-shirt and coat
4.
Nov. 12,2009 11:22 Reply
Ms.Jenny(Malaysia) said:
Hi,
I am going Guilin on 26th Nov'09, together with Yangshuo & Lipu, actually Yangshuo n Lipu is a town in Guilin, am i right to say tht? In addition, i heard from my frens said there are probs of thiefs in Guilin as well, so any precaution that we need to take?
Nov. 13,2009 00:10
Ms.STACEY(China) replied:
yes ,you are right .Ygshuo and lpu is a town in Guilin.Guilin is really not much of a thief, you can be a little careful
5.
Nov. 11,2009 22:46 Reply
Ms.Nurul(Malaysia) said:
Hey there, im travelling to Guilin frm 17 dec and onwards, how is the winter climate? will it be cold? what clothes are necessary to wear?
Nov. 12,2009 07:23
Ms.STACEY(China) replied:
The winter in Guilin is cold,but there is no snow.The wind is very strong ,the temperature
is low.You can bring thick coat,maybe is ok
6.
Nov. 5,2009 03:21 Reply
Mr.Allen(Malaysia) said:
Travelling in Mid-Feb'10 with some elderly folks. Can you please advise clothings to wear and would there be any problems finding food because of the Lunar New Year ?
Nov. 8,2009 03:31
Mr.Manny replied:
The temperature may be below 10C. It may rain a little around the Spring Festival. Wear sweater and overcoat. For elder people who are afraid of coldness, you can bring fluffy coat for them. May have problem for find the food. More families would like to have New Year's dinner at restaurant. So, it may be a lot of people in restaurant. There are also some small restaurants closed for the New Year.
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Nov. 5,2009 00:14 Reply
Ms.gthtan(Canada ) said:
How about the safety for women travelling in Guilin?
Any problem one might be facing without speaking mandarin? Is it easy to get around without speaking the language?
Nov. 5,2009 03:34
Mr.Sam replied:
How many days will you stay in Guilin? If it is just a one or two days' short travel, you could do it by yourself. Otherwise, it is suggested that you travel with others together since the tourism services in Guilin is not as developed as these in Beijing and Shanghai.
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Nov. 4,2009 07:40 Reply
Mrs.Lee(malaysia) said:
please let me know the weather, if i planning to visit guilin in the month of mid-june? the it's the best time to go? and what type of cloths to wear. thank you
Nov. 5,2009 03:27
Mr.Sam replied:
It will be the rainy season in Guilin. You may feel fuggy since it is also the summer. Please prepare enough summer clothes and a thin jacket. Usually, the spring (Mar&Apr) and autumn(Oct&Nov) of Guilin is comfortable.
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Nov. 3,2009 08:11 Reply
Mrs.Woolcott(UK) said:
I am planning to travel to Guilin end January/beginning February. Will it be too cold do you think?
Nov. 5,2009 03:22
Mr.Sam replied:
Although the temperature could keep around 5~10C during these two months, you will feel a littel cold since the wet climate. So, please wear warm sweater or overcoat and trousers.
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Nov. 3,2009 06:37 Reply
Mr.MURTAZA52(Pakistan) said:
I will come Guilin 9th Nov this month ,I need advise for clothings which kind of cloths i need .How many days would you recommend. Would like to those wonderful sceneries and river cruises and experience the local cuisine. How can i find best places at Gulin.
Nov. 5,2009 03:20
Mr.Sam replied:
Recently, the weather of Guilin is warm so that a long-sleeves shirt and jeans are ok at outside. It is reported that there will be little rainfall from 8th to 10th Nov. So, please prepare thin jacket as well.
It is suggested that you spend 5 days at least in Guilin if you would like visit the suburban area around Guilin, such as Yangshuo and Longsheng. Well, you could refer to the attration list at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/attraction/guangxi/guilin/