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Foshan has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) shaped by its position in the Pearl River Delta, about 20 km west of Guangzhou. The city averages 23°C (73°F) across the year and receives roughly 1,920 mm of rain annually, most of it falling between April and September. Winters are short and mild, summers are long, hot and wet, and frost is essentially unknown. Use this guide alongside our full Foshan destination guide to plan your trip.
Foshan Weather by Month: Winter (December to February)
December
December is the driest month, with around 38 mm of rain across about five days. Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F) and nights cool to 11°C (52°F). Sunshine is limited to about four hours a day under mostly overcast skies, so it is comfortable for sightseeing but you will want a light jacket after dark. For help choosing when to go, see our best time to visit Foshan guide.
January
January is the coldest month, averaging 14°C (57°F). Highs reach 19°C (66°F) while lows drop to 10°C (50°F), and rainfall totals about 50 mm. This is the one time of year when locals wear winter coats, though snow is unheard of. Pack a sweater and a light jacket, and check our Foshan travel tips for what else to bring.
February
February warms slightly to highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F), with around 65 mm of rain. Humidity begins to climb and spring showers become more frequent late in the month. Chinese New Year usually falls in this window, so expect crowds at temples. Dates for the celebrations are listed in our Foshan events and festivals calendar.
Foshan Weather by Month: Spring (March to May)
March
March brings highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) with about 85 mm of rain. Fog and drizzle are common, and the first plum rains of the season arrive. It is humid but still cool enough for comfortable walking, and a good time for the outdoor sights in our things to do in Foshan guide.
April
April is noticeably wetter, with around 170 mm of rain over 12 days. Highs climb to 27°C (81°F) and lows to 20°C (68°F). The annual Canton Fair opens in mid-April, and hotel prices in Foshan spike during the three-week event, so book early using our where to stay in Foshan recommendations.
May
May turns hot and humid, with highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 23°C (73°F) and about 250 mm of rain. Afternoon thunderstorms are common and the first typhoon warnings of the season can appear. For a sense of which district to base yourself in during the wetter months, see our Foshan neighborhoods guide.
Foshan Weather by Month: Summer (June to August)
June
June is the wettest month, with 320 to 340 mm of rain and up to 18 rainy days. Highs average 32°C (90°F) and lows 26°C (79°F), with humidity around 80 percent. Heavy downpours arrive without warning, often in the late afternoon, so carry an umbrella even on clear mornings.
July
July is the hottest month, averaging 29 to 30°C (84 to 86°F). Highs peak at 33°C (91°F) and lows stay at 26°C (79°F). Rainfall eases to about 230 mm, but this is peak typhoon season. Expect hot, sticky days with occasional tropical storms rolling in from the South China Sea.
August
August remains hot with highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 26°C (79°F) and around 260 mm of rain. Typhoons are most likely to make landfall in the Pearl River Delta in August and September, so check forecasts before booking day trips or outdoor plans.
Foshan Weather by Month: Autumn (September to November)
September
September is still warm and wet, with highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 25°C (77°F) and about 190 mm of rain. Typhoon risk remains high early in the month, then fades. By late September the humidity finally starts to break, and evenings become noticeably more comfortable.
October
October is one of the best months to visit, with highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 21°C (70°F) and only about 75 mm of rain. Skies clear and humidity drops. The second session of the Canton Fair keeps hotels busy, but the weather is close to ideal for walking the old town.
November
November brings highs of 25°C (77°F), lows of 16°C (61°F) and just 40 mm of rain. This is arguably the most pleasant month, with low humidity, clear skies and comfortable temperatures for exploring Chancheng and the surrounding gardens on foot.
Foshan Weather by Month: Climate Data at a Glance
| Month | Avg High (°C) | Avg Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19 | 10 | 50 |
| February | 20 | 12 | 65 |
| March | 23 | 16 | 85 |
| April | 27 | 20 | 170 |
| May | 30 | 23 | 250 |
| June | 32 | 26 | 335 |
| July | 33 | 26 | 230 |
| August | 33 | 26 | 260 |
| September | 31 | 25 | 190 |
| October | 29 | 21 | 75 |
| November | 25 | 16 | 40 |
| December | 21 | 11 | 38 |
