April · China
Best time to visit Suzhou in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Suzhou in April
Average temperature 17°C, 111 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
7.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 111 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Suzhou scores 7.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 17°C, 111 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Suzhou's classical gardens, canals and silk workshops inspired the saying, paradise on earth.
April holds up well in Suzhou — 3rd best month
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
111 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.2/10 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Suzhou in April?
- In April, Suzhou averages 17°C, 111 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Suzhou?
- April earns a 7.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Suzhou in April?
- Expect about 111 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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