Best Time to Visit Zhangjiajie

When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie? The best time to visit Zhangjiajie is from April to May and September to November. 

In April and May, the weather is warm and cozy, with the temperature averaging from 13 - 22℃ (55 - 72℉) and 18 - 27℃ (64 - 81℉), respectively. When hiking in the high-altitude attractions like Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, you will not feel hot or cold, but comfortably cool most of the time. There is indeed some rain, but it is usually small and less likely to affect your outdoor trip a lot. As for the natural scenery, the vegetation is lush and verdant, wildflowers bloom in profusion, the sea of clouds is frequent and easily visible, and waterfalls and streams are abundant in water and spectacular. The weather of Zhangjiajie from September to November is also quite favorable. Except for late November, when it may be a little cold in the mountain areas, other times all have warm or cool temperature. For Zhangjiajie with high rainfall nearly all year round, this period has relatively stable and sunny climate. So traveling to Zhangjiajie during this period, you will have more chances to see magnificent mountain scenery with clear and sunny sky as the background. Besides, in October and November, with colorful autumn leaves, Zhangjiajie becomes a dynamic landscape painting.   

Autumn View of Tianmen Mountain

  The peak season for Zhangjiajie tourism is from April to October every year. April to May and September to November are the best times for sightseeing, when visitor numbers are inevitably higher. The surge in tourists from June to August stems from students gradually beginning their vacations: in early June, high school seniors complete their college entrance exams and start their long-term vacation; then from July onward, students from nearly all schools begin their summer vacation.

During the peak season, nearly all attractions of Zhangjiajie will have many tourists, making it impossible to enjoy a quiet and leisurely trip. Additionally, accommodations and transportation will cost you more. 
 The temperature of Zhangjiajie from December to Next March is low, therefore, fewer people choose to go there during this time. 

Compared with peak season, tourists can travel and appreciate the scenery at a leisurely pace without wasting time queuing up, and also enjoy lower costs for hotel rooms and transportation. Besides, the low temperature brings some different views: With thick frost condensation, the pine needles look like pure flowers blossoming. These months are also the time when you have a chance to see Zhangjiajie wreathed in white and pure snow.