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Season
2026–27
Updated 14 November 2026.
The year
When to go ↗| Month | Season | Avg high | Avg low | Daylight | Rain | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Winter | 12°C | 6°C | 10h 45m | Low, damp cold | Low |
| February | Late winter | 14°C | 7°C | 11h 20m | Low, occasional drizzle | High |
| March | Spring | 18°C | 11°C | 12h 00m | Increasing, misty | Moderate |
| April | Spring | 24°C | 16°C | 12h 50m | Frequent, heavy at times | High |
| May | Late spring | 28°C | 20°C | 13h 20m | Heavy, humid | High |
| June | Summer / wet | 31°C | 24°C | 13h 40m | Peak rainfall, storms | Moderate |
| July | Summer | 33°C | 26°C | 13h 30m | Heavy early, easing late | Peak |
| August | Summer | 33°C | 25°C | 13h 00m | Easing, still humid | Peak |
| September | Early autumn | 30°C | 22°C | 12h 20m | Moderate, clearing | High |
| October | Autumn | 25°C | 17°C | 11h 40m | Low, clear | Peak |
| November | Late autumn | 20°C | 12°C | 11h 00m | Low, dry | Moderate |
| December | Winter | 15°C | 8°C | 10h 35m | Low, damp | Low |
Sights
12- The Li River cruise4–4.5 hours
- Elephant Trunk Hill1–1.5 hours
- Reed Flute Cave1–1.5 hours
- Longji Rice Terraces2–2.5 hours from Guilin
- Yulong River10–15 km from Yangshuo
- Xianggong Hill20–30 minutes
- Xingping Ancient Town25 km from Yangshuo
- West Street, Yangshuo30–60 minutes
- Moon Hill8 km from Yangshuo
- Two Rivers and Four Lakes1.5–2 hours
- Jingjiang Prince City2 hours
- Daxu Ancient Town20 km from Guilin
Areas
08Food
10Routes
08Briefings
09- Guilin airport arrival28 km
- Guilin's railway stationsGuilin North
- Getting around Guilin and Yangshuo¥10–25
- Booking a Li River cruise3-star / 4-star
- Payments in GuilinAlipay / WeChat
- eSIM and internet in GuilinTravel eSIM
- What a Guilin trip costs¥350–500/day
- Language in GuilinGuilin dialect
- The Guilin booking timeline6–8 weeks
River
06Side trips
04Field notes
05Local life
07Culture
06Questions
All answers ↗How many days do you need in Guilin?Which month is best for the Li River and the Longji terraces?Is the Li River cruise worth it?Should we take the Li River cruise or a bamboo raft with children?Should I stay in Guilin or Yangshuo?Where should I stay in Guilin and Yangshuo?How do I get to Guilin?What is the best way from Guilin airport to the city at night?When is the rainy season in Guilin?Is Guilin safe for travellers?Can I get by with English in Guilin?Can I use a foreign credit card in Guilin?How do I book Li River cruise tickets?Is there an age limit for the Li River bamboo raft?Are the Longji rice terraces worth it?What is the best time to see the Longji rice terraces?Should I stay in Yangshuo or Xingping?How long is the Li River cruise?What should I eat in Guilin?What does a five-night Guilin trip cost for two?Do I need a VPN in Guilin?Is Guilin good for solo travellers?Is Guilin a good destination with kids?What is Guilin like in winter?
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