February · China
Best time to visit Hangzhou in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hangzhou in February
Average temperature 6°C, 124 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
5.1/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 124 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
February in Hangzhou scores 5.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 124 mm of rain, and roughly 13 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.
February in Hangzhou — workable with trade-offs
Expect 6°C (43°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
124 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.1/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, October is materially better in Hangzhou — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hangzhou in February?
- In February, Hangzhou averages 6°C, 124 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Hangzhou?
- February earns a 5.1/10 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 February?
- Expect about 124 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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