Jiangsu Climate & Weather

Briefing
The basic climate features in Jiangsu are: mild climate; four distinct seasons; marked monsoon climate; hot summer and cold winter; changeable spring temperature; plenty and concentrated rainfall; notable plum rains; abundant optothermal. Comprehensive to see, Jiangsu Province has superior natural environment and rich climate resources. The average annual temperature of the whole province is between 13.6 ~ 16.1 ℃; and the annual precipitation is 704 ~ 1250 mm.

Tips for Jiangsu Weather
•Best season to visit Jiangsu:
The best time to travel in Jiangsu is in spring and autumn, especially the August, September and October. The temperature of spring in Jiangsu changes a lot. The average temperature in the whole province is about 14.9℃. Summer in Jiangsu is a little long. July is the hottest month; its average temperature is about 26～28.8℃. Autumn in Jiangsu is cool but not cold. The average temperature in this season is about 16.4℃. Winter is cold and long in Jiangsu. January is the coldest month; its average temperature is about -1.0℃~3.3℃.

•Clothes for travelling:
The weather in spring is changeable, tourists should bring enough clothes and take rain gear, in order to avoid catching cold. Summer has strong sunshine, you can wear short sleeve shorts, and sunscreen products are essential. Although autumn is always sunny days, if you go out, you should consider wind weather problems. Winter is a little cold, you should put on a thick coat and heavy sweater.

•Avoid Peak Holidays:
It is not a good idea to travel in China during Chinese holidays when huge numbers of Chinese people are travelling around. The busiest three national holidays in China are Chinese Spring Festival (usually in late Jan or early Feb.), International Labor Day (May 01 to 03) and National Day (Oct 01-07).. Spring Festival is an especially crowded time to travel. The advantage of being in China at this time is that you will get the opportunity to experience "first hand" the significance of these celebrations in Chinese culture. 

•Other Tips: 
1. The temperature changes fast in the daytime and night, you should pay attention to timely add clothes.
2. If you are going to mountain climbing, please prepare a pair of comfortable shoes; for ladies, please avoid wearing high-heeled shoes and skirt. In addition, please prepare enough water.