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 | 74° | 55° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 68° | 52° | 2,8 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 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 9.9°F above the 58°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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
- Layers - the daily swing is 66°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 5 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 41°F (5°C) in Jiuzhaigou Valley with overcast. It feels like 37°F. Today runs from 36°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Jiuzhaigou Valley is June, July 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 warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 9.9°F above the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Jiuzhaigou Valley today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
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 41°F (5°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Jiuzhaigou Valley?
June, July 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 3:11 AM.
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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 October 6, 2026 at 3:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
