April · China
Best time to visit Hangzhou in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hangzhou in April
Average temperature 17°C, 161 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.3/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 161 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Hangzhou scores 6.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 17°C, 161 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hangzhou's West Lake, stone causeways, and Longjing tea hills have drawn visitors since the Song dynasty.
April in Hangzhou: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
161 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.3/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Hangzhou — 2.3 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hangzhou in April?
- In April, Hangzhou averages 17°C, 161 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Hangzhou?
- April earns a 6.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hangzhou in April?
- Expect about 161 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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