April · China
Best time to visit Guilin in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guilin in April
Average temperature 20°C, 612 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
5.6/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 612 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Guilin scores 5.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 612 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guilin's karst peaks and rivers make it the classic scene of southern China.
April in Guilin — middling scores, decent value
Trail conditions at 20°C (68°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in April; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 612 mm: only about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 5.6/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 9.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination. That combination — decent conditions at the lowest rates of the year — is the best value window on this page.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Guilin — 3.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guilin in April?
- In April, Guilin averages 20°C, 612 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.6/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Guilin?
- April earns a 5.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guilin in April?
- Expect about 612 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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