Jiuzhaigou Valley Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Jiuzhaigou Valley: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Jiuzhaigou Valley month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 18° | 0,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 44° | 19° | 1,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 49° | 26° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 59° | 35° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 43° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 67° | 48° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 74° | 55° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 73° | 56° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 69° | 52° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 58° | 42° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 30° | 1,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 20° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Jiuzhaigou Valley
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Jiuzhaigou Valley compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Jiuzhaigou Valley.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor | 317 mi | 60°F | +46°F warmer | 26 in |
| Terracotta Army | 317 mi | 60°F | +46°F warmer | 26 in |
Best time to visit Jiuzhaigou Valley
Go in June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Jiuzhaigou Valley
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 73°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 68°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Jiuzhaigou Valley is a national park in China. Jiuzhaigou Valley is a national park known for multicoloured lakes and waterfalls.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Jiuzhaigou Valley with overcast. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 59°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Jiuzhaigou Valley is June, July, August and September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 18°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 70°F is in line with the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Jiuzhaigou Valley today at 9.8/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Jiuzhaigou Valley?
Jiuzhaigou Valley is a national park in China. Its coordinates are 33.26, 103.918. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Jiuzhaigou Valley right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 78% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jiuzhaigou Valley?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Jiuzhaigou Valley, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Jiuzhaigou Valley in?
Jiuzhaigou Valley observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 11:35 PM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 11:35 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
