Suzhou Climate

Suzhou(Jiangsu) Weather and Climate describes information with temperature, precipitation, geography, what clothes to wear in Suzhou, weather and climate by month, climate graph, 15 days Suzhou weather forecast. Find out the best time to visit Suzhou and see the season highlights in Suzhou. It also tells you what to wear in different seasons and clothes packing for your trip to Suzhou.

Suzhou Climate & Weather

Suzhou is located in the northern subtropical humid monsoon climate zone. It is warm, humid and rainy, with a clear monsoon, four distinct seasons, long winter and summer, and short spring and autumn. The frost-free period can reach up 233 days per year. Due to differences in topography and latitude in the territory, various unique microclimates are formed. Solar radiation, sunshine, and temperature are centered around Taihu Lake, and areas along the river are low values. The distribution of precipitation has the same pattern. Suzhou has mild and moist weather with four distinct seasons. The annual temperature of Suzhou averages 15°C (60°F), and 90% of the rainfall occurs in the period during mid-June to July. Suzhou is a city full of flowers, because the weather of the city is suitable, and flowers are even in full bloom until June. The summer in Suzhou is hot and humid, while the winter is cold and dry. North-westerly winds blow from Siberia during winter, and can cause temperatures to fall below freezing at night, while southerly or south-westerly winds luring the summer can push temperatures above 35°C(95°F).

Suzhou Weather Graph by Month

Precipitation is the lowest in October, with an average of 32 mm. Most precipitation falls in June, with an average of 154 mm.

Suzhou Average Temperature

At an average temperature of 27.4 °C, July is the hottest month of the year. In January, the average temperature is 3.9 °C. It is the lowest average temperature of the whole year.

Suzhou Weather by Month

Between the driest and wettest months, the difference in precipitation is 122 mm. The average temperatures vary during the year by 23.5 °C.

If you want to know the detailed information of every month in Suzhou, please refer to the following:

Suzhou Climate by Month

• January
• February
• March
• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November
• December

Four Seasons of Suzhou & What to Wear

Spring(March-May)

Warm and pleasant, spring is one of the most popular times to visit the ancient city-Suzhou. Flowers are in full bloom, festivals are in full swing and although it does rain, precipitation is not as prevalent as it is in the summer. While temperature swings are always a possibility, spring is generally quite temperate. Spring is the best time to visit Suzhou.

What to Wear

In spring, the temperature is not high. Therefore, tourists still need to dress warmly due to the low temperature in the morning and at night. Light clothes is very convenient. Tourists shall bring hoodie, leather jacket, wool sweater, thin sweater, sweatpants, cap. What's more, thin long dress and T-shirt are also advised.

Where to Go

• Tongli Water Town
• Shantang Street
• Zhouzhuang Water Town
• Shushan Ecological Village
• Luxiang Ancient Village
• Mingyuewan Ancient Village
• Humble Administrator’s Garden
• Lingering Garden
• Tiger Hill
• Master of the Nets Garden
• Lion Grove Garden
• Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal

Summer(June-August)

Summer is the hottest season with the most rainfall in June and the highest temperature of about 38°C in July and August. Suzhou in summer is also a beautiful place with green trees, picturesque reflections with the rivers and lakes, numerous flowers, especially the lotus flowers are super spectacular.

What to Wear

Summer means wearing the clothes that make you cool. These clothes, such as short skirts, short-sleeve T-shirts, thin long dresses, and casual wear are highly recommended. Thin jeans, sportswear and hoodies are for rainy days or evenings.

Where to Go

• Shantang Street
• Suzhou Museum
• Jinxi Ancient Town Cruise
• Gusu Cruise Tour
• Ancient Canal Night Cruise
• Jinji Lake Night Cruise
• Shantang River Cruise
• Taihu Lake

Autumn(September-November)

Autumn in Suzhou is cool and pleasant. It is the best time to enjoy outdoor activities due to the good weather. While cities in the north is experiencing an early winter, those in the south are welcoming a bright, golden autumn. The Tianping Mountain is one of the best locations in Suzhou for a spectacular golden autumn. Autumn is a great season to admire the elegant of Gusu ancient city.

What to Wear

Autumn in Suzhou is the best season to visit. Usually, long sleeve blouses, long dresses, hoodies, jeans, and sneakers are suitable for going out on a sunny day. Tourists should also take an overcoat for the evening or when it rains.

Where to Go

• Shiquan Street
• Guanqian Street
• Taiwan Old Street
• Suzhou University
• Tiger Hill
• Lingering Garden
• houzhuang Water Town
• Master of the Nets Garden
• Lion Grove Garden
• Suzhou Ancient Grand Canal
• Shantang Street
• Pingjiang Road

Winter(December - February of the next year)

Winter in Suzhou is the coldest season. It may be snow on some days while most of the winter days in Suzhou are warmer, compared with places in north China. Suzhou in winter is of more antique beauty, and it is a good season to experience the tranquility of Suzhou.

What to Wear

Winter in Suzhou is very cold. Hence, tourists shall wear down jackets, sweaters, warm coats, scarves, hats, masks, and warm pants when going out. They should be aware of the noticeable temperature gap between day and night and add clothes accordingly.

Where to Go

• Hanshan Temple
• Guanqian Street
• Suzhou Museum
• Reed Maze
• Gengle Hall
• Baolinsiqian
• Jiayintang
• Taiwan Old Street
• Guanqian Street
• Shiquan Street
• Oriental Arc
• Tianzhuang Ancient Street

Note: The dressing tips are only for reference. If you have the specific date to Suzhou, you shall pay close attention to the Suzhou Climate Change, which can help you better know what to pack. Especially,  15-day Guangzhou Weather Forecast will be helpful for you. Of course, you can contact us if you have any problems.

Best Time to Visit Suzhou

Spring(March-May) is the golden season for visiting Suzhou, and it is also the season with the most beautiful sceneries in Suzhou. Suzhou in the blue sky and clear water is blooming enthusiastically. Spring, when you come to Suzhou, you can experience the unique charm of Suzhou. The flowing water in Suzhou is bright and charming. At the turn of spring and summer, there is more rain, and typhoons in late summer and early autumn. Suzhou is most suitable for having an outing in spring. In summer, you can taste the fresh food. The maple red season in autumn is best for outing; in winter, you can go to Hanshan Temple to hear the bells of New Year's Eve, and experience the meaning "In the suburban city of Suzhou,the doleful and silent Hanshan Temple lies, and, at midnight, passing over from the temple to my passenger boat, are the bongs".

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Avoid Public Holidays in Suzhou

Try to avoid the public holidays of China, such as May Day Holiday(May 1-3), National Day Holiday(October 1-7), Spring Festival Holiday(Usually early February), Qingming Festival(in early April), Dragon Boat Festival(in June). Spring festival and national day festival are the most crowded time to travel. During these holidays, there will be a large crowd in the tourist attractions and you can't really enjoy yourself. Flights and hotels can cost three times as much than usual, and it's hard to get tickets during the Spring Festival.

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Suzhou Climate by Region

• Kunshan
• Zhangjiagang
• Gusu District
• Huqiu District
• Wuzhong District
• Xiangcheng District
• Wujiang District
• Changshu City
• Taicang City

Jiangshu Climate by Region

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• Yangzhou
• Yancheng
• Xuzhou
• Wuxi
• Taizhou (Jiangsu)
• Suqian
• Nantong
• Lianyungang
• Huai’an
• Changzhou
• Nanjing