Guilin in February
Not the best time
February offers slightly better weather than January but still challenges visitors with cool, damp conditions. Chinese New Year celebrations add cultural richness to an otherwise quiet season.
Weather
February continues the winter chill with slightly less rain than January but still plenty of gray, misty days. Temperatures hover in the low teens with humidity remaining uncomfortably high. The tail end of winter brings about 8 rainy days.
14°C high7°C low8 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$50/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Chinese New Year (early February)
- •Lantern Festival
February Tips
- •Visit during Chinese New Year for festive atmosphere despite weather
- •Elephant Trunk Hill looks dramatic in winter mist
- •Hot pot restaurants are perfect for warming up
All Months
April through May brings perfect weather and blooming osmanthus flowers. The air is crisp, mountains are clear, and you can hike without melting. September through November offers the same comfortable temperatures plus autumn colors reflecting in the Li River. Summer is hot and humid with frequent rain - not ideal for outdoor activities, though river cruises stay cool. Winter can be surprisingly chilly and gray, but you'll have attractions mostly to yourself. Chinese Golden Week holidays in early October mean crowds and inflated prices. Book accommodation well in advance if you're traveling then. The best light for photography happens just after sunrise and before sunset, when the karst peaks glow golden against the sky. Rainy season runs June through August, but afternoon showers often clear quickly.
Guilin Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
9/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
6/10
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