April · China
Best time to visit Guangzhou in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guangzhou in April
Average temperature 23°C, 283 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
4.7/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 283 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Guangzhou scores 4.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 23°C, 283 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guangzhou faces the Pearl River with a skyline of towers, colonial-era Shamian Island, and a serious dim sum culture.
April in Guangzhou — the hardest end of the year
At 23°C (74°F) this is comfortable city weather in April, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 283 mm: only about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 4.7/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Guangzhou — 5.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guangzhou in April?
- In April, Guangzhou averages 23°C, 283 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.7/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Guangzhou?
- April earns a 4.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guangzhou in April?
- Expect about 283 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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