Changsha Weather in July

Season: Summer
In short:
1. Changsha in July experiences baking heat almost all month long.
2. Plum rain season ends in mid-July, resulting in more rainless days in the second half of the month.
 The biggest feature of Changsha weather in July is constant unbearable heat. Hot days almost cover the whole month, with the high temperature over 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). Furthermore, about 18 days in this month have temperature over 35°C (95°F), and the city even experiences some days of extreme heat above 40°C (104°F). Even after sunset, the weather is still hot, and the low temperature mainly fluctuates between 25 and 30°C (77 and 86°F).

Another noteworthy factor is the high humidity of about 78%, and it can lead to higher apparent temperature and make people feel unpleasantly damp.
 In July, Changsha gets about 151 mm of rainfall in around 11 days, and forms of precipitation are light and moderate rain for the most of time. Changsha is still in its plum rain season in the first half of July, and heavy showers can affect your sightseeing in outdoor attractions all of sudden. In the second half of the month, rainless days show up more, and the impact of precipitation on sightseeing is accordingly limited. On occasion, rainstorms strike the city, making roads on the Yuelu Mountain slippery and bringing much inconvenience to people’s sightseeing.
 Daytime of Changsha in July shortens little by little, but is still longer than 13 hours and 20 minutes. The sun rises later from 05:40 to 05:54, and sets earlier from 19:28 to 19:18. In hot July, there are averagely 8 sunshine hours each day, and people are prone to sunburn. On sunny days, sun-protective measures are requisite, since the sunlight radiation is quite strong with the maximum UV index of 11+.
 No, it’s not recommended to visit Changsha in July, and reasons are as follows: 
(1) The climate of Changsha is extremely hot and humid, and people are prone to heatstroke if they travel around the city in such weather conditions.
(2) Summer holidays of most schools in China begin in July, when many people flock to tourist attractions and hotel room prices surge, thus leading to slightly worse travel experience and higher travel cost.
 Summer clothes: Short-sleeved shirts, shorts, skirts, and dresses are all recommended, and remember to wear those made of quick-dry materials and bring more sets of clothes for timely change.

Breathable shoes: Anti-slippery sandals are better choices in hot and damp weather.

Requisites: Sun-protective items like a sun hat and sunglasses. An all-weather umbrella can be used to block UV radiation and shelter from rain. Mosquito spray is also a necessity.
 1. If you have decided to visit Changsha in July, 2026, try to schedule your tour from Tuesday to Friday, when tourists in scenic spots are a little fewer and museums are all open.

2. To ease the discomfort caused by sweltering weather to the greatest extent, you’d better arrange outdoor attractions in less hot periods and visit indoor attractions around broiling midday. For example, climb the Yuelu Mountain and visit the Orange Isle in early morning and late afternoon, and view precious cultural relics in the Hunan Provincial Museum and the Changsha Museum with air conditioners around noon.

3. Another good thing to do in July is to experience fantastic nightlife of Changsha, since the hot and humid weather during the day is really not that pleasant. In the Sail-setting Night Fair, the largest one in Changsha, you can enjoy the most authentic snacks including stinky tofu and sweet fried pancakes.

4. You may sweat heavily from extended time outside, so consider drinking more electrolyte beverages to help your recovery. You can further buy a cup of iced milk tea, which is a popular drink in Changsha, and enjoy it while you’re strolling on the bustling Huangxing Road Pedestrian Street with boutiques and restaurants.
 After you have enjoyed the scenery and snacks in Changsha, a trip to the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is advisable. This place is famous for its unique landform, towering mountains, karstic caves, valleys, streams... In particular, the high-altitude and water-abundant areas in the park has a cooler climate in July, so people can not only admire splendid views but also enjoy coolness here.