Best Time to Visit Changsha

Throughout the year, the best times to visit Changsha are rainless days in spring from March to mid-May and also autumn from mid-September to November, when weather conditions are ideal and natural scenery is quite attractive.

In spring, the weather of Changsha is generally pleasant with a modest amount of rainfall, and it would be fresh and comfortable to enjoy natural scenery such as lovely flowers on the Orange Isle and the Yuelu Mountain. In autumn, Changsha experiences aggregable days with low precipitation, and the overall weather conditions are steady, so tourists can immerse themselves in the picturesque views. In particular, foliage is the highlight in this season, which you definitely shouldn’t miss.
 Just like its name, the Orange Isle boasts orange and tangerine trees of a vast area, and every November, branches are all laden with full fruits, forming a vibrant view. What’s more, November is the last month of autumn, in which precipitation is very low, and it’s more possible to view the attraction in good visibility under bright sunshine. Such good weather conditions further make it more convenient to photograph the nice view with the oranges under the cloudless blue sky.

Changsha Landmark - Orange Isle

 Autumn foliage season of Changsha starts from around mid-November and lasts for about one month. In this period, the maple leaf views on the Yuelu Mountain are the most unmissable. While you’re hiking on the mountain, the dense maple forests in fiery red hues will amaze you. It seems that time has slowed down as you walk on the carpet of fallen leaves and breath in the fresh mountain air. In the meantime, gingko trees in the Xixin Buddhist Temple and dawn redwoods in the Martyr Memorial Park are impressive.
 Crayfish is in season in May and June, when its shell is not too hard to be peeled off and its meat is the plumpest and firmest. Therefore, as one of the most chosen dishes in locals’ lively nightlife, the Changsha-flavored crawfish tastes the most delicious in these two months. In view of the high temperatures then, a cup of iced bubble milk tea is a perfect complement to the crawfish.

Bustling Huangxing Road in Changsha

 In 2026, the New Year Holiday of China is from February 15 to 23, when Chinese people come back home for family reunion, thus leading to the great demand for transportation tickets. In the holiday, they further choose to travel around the country, so prices of hotel rooms will surge. This period is only recommended to those who prefer a warm new-year-celebration atmosphere and don’t mind crowds in attractions.
 In these periods, a huge number of tourists flock to attractions, and accommodation expense doubles or even triples. If you want to enjoy a serene tour at a lower cost, please avoid all the public holidays.
 Summer holidays of most Chinese school students are in these two months, when family outings see a dramatic increase, especially at weekends. Plus, you may be not able to stand the sweltering weather in these two months.

Wonderful Night View of Changsha