What April feels like in Guangzhou
April falls in Guangzhou's wet season — the rainfall numbers rise clearly above the dry months. Warm daytime weather invites long lunches outside and evening strolls. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay warm, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. High humidity makes the heat feel heavier and sticky, especially on still afternoons.
Rain in Guangzhou in April
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. When rain comes it is heavy, about 13.8 mm (0.5 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. Across the year Guangzhou averages about 12.1 mm per rainy day, so April is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in April
In mid-April, sunrise is at about 6:07 am and sunset at about 6:47 pm (local time) — 12 h 40 min of daylight. Since mid-March the day has gained 41 min. Measured sunshine covers about 51% of the daylight — sun and cloud share the day.
How April compares to the rest of the year
In Guangzhou's temperature order, April sits as the 6th coolest month. Compared with March, afternoons are 3.3°C (5.9°F) warmer, with 101 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into May. By May, typical highs are 29.4°C (84.9°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Guangzhou in April
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Quick questions
How warm is Guangzhou in April?
Afternoons average 26.9°C (80.4°F) and nights about 19.6°C (67.3°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 6th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Guangzhou in April?
Quite a lot — 234 mm spread over about 17 days.
What should I wear in Guangzhou in April?
Pack rain protection. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is April or May better for visiting Guangzhou?
April, narrowly: it ranks #7 of 12 among Guangzhou's months, against #9 for the other. May is warmer and has more rainy days.