# Climate Insights for Wuyishan

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/cn/wuyishan/1613790731): Nanping Shi, Fujian Sheng, China*

The climate in Wuyishan is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 2053mm of precipitation falls per year. Wuyishan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Wuyishan is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 5°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** July (peak 32°C)
- **Coldest month:** January (low 5°C)
- **Wettest month:** June (404 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** October

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Wuyishan based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 5 | 12 | 8 | 93 | 5 | 3 |
| Feb | 6 | 13 | 9 | 124 | 5 | 2 |
| Mar | 10 | 18 | 14 | 196 | 5 | 1 |
| Apr | 15 | 22 | 18 | 238 | 5 | 0 |
| May | 19 | 26 | 22 | 316 | 5 | 0 |
| Jun | 22 | 28 | 25 | 404 | 5 | 0 |
| Jul | 24 | 32 | 28 | 185 | 5 | 0 |
| Aug | 24 | 32 | 27 | 165 | 4 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 22 | 30 | 25 | 123 | 5 | 0 |
| Oct | 16 | 25 | 20 | 54 | 6 | 0 |
| Nov | 11 | 19 | 15 | 102 | 5 | 0 |
| Dec | 5 | 14 | 9 | 52 | 5 | 1 |

## Temperature

Temperatures in Wuyishan vary considerably across the year, with a 27°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 8°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Wuyishan is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2053mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 171mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 404mm of rainfall. May and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 52mm. That's 352mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 8cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.

## Wind

Wuyishan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in Wuyishan.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in Wuyishan, which began on June 21, 2026. Wuyishan is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 5°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (3 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 750mm across the season with a monthly average of 250mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 755mm across the season with a monthly average of 252mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 11 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 279mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 5 to 14°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 269mm for the season, averaging 90mm per month. Expect around 7cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: October.

The best time to visit Wuyishan is during October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 54mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.