April · China
Best time to visit Zhangjiajie in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Zhangjiajie in April
Average temperature 17°C, 216 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
6.1/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 216 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
April in Zhangjiajie scores 6.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 216 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Zhangjiajie's sandstone pillars rise like a forest from the mist, inspiration for Avatar's floating peaks.
April in Zhangjiajie — workable with trade-offs
Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 216 mm: only about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 6.1/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 7.2/10 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, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Zhangjiajie in April?
- In April, Zhangjiajie averages 17°C, 216 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Zhangjiajie?
- April earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Zhangjiajie in April?
- Expect about 216 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Zhangjiajie
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie, China. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.