Shantou
Shantou is a city full of history and culture, rich in traditional architecture and food. Shantou Small Park is an iconic attraction in the urban area, preserving many European-style buildings and arcades. The ancient city of Chaozhou is a well-preserved historical and cultural city, integrating the essence of Chinese culture and the unique Chaoshan customs. The food here is also very famous, including Chaozhou cuisine and cold dishes.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in Shantou throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average 19.4–25°C, mild climate, rainfall gradually increases, especially in May. Common activities: Spring outings, flower viewing, outdoor excursions. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved shirts, light jackets, bring rain gear.
Summer (June–August): Average 28.6–30.3°C, high temperature and humidity, abundant rainfall, frequent showers or thunderstorms. Common activities: Swimming, beach vacations, tasting local cuisine. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, such as cotton T-shirts and shorts, sunscreen is essential.
Autumn (September–November): Average 26.2–29.2°C, temperature gradually decreases, rainfall decreases, pleasant weather. Common activities: Hiking, outings, enjoying the crisp autumn scenery. Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jackets, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, pay attention to keeping warm.
Winter (December–February): Average 16.1–17°C, lower temperature, less rainfall, dry weather. Common activities: Enjoying seafood, shopping. Recommended clothing: Warm clothing, such as long-sleeved clothing and jackets, warm hats and scarves may be necessary.
Weather in Shantou
Annual average temperature: approx. 23.7°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1776 mm / Summer humidity: 75%–85% / Rainiest month: June
Shantou weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 16.1°C | 16.1°C | 19.4°C | 23.2°C | 25°C | 28.6°C | 30.3°C | 29.9°C | 29.2°C | 26.2°C | 22.8°C | 17°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 25 | 92 | 79.3 | 182.7 | 240 | 389.3 | 266.7 | 219.3 | 177.7 | 48.7 | 43.7 | 12.5 |
7-day weather forecast for Shantou
| Date | 11/9Monday | 11/10Tuesday | 11/11Wednesday | 11/12Thursday | 11/13Friday | 11/14Saturday | 11/15Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Sunny | Sunny |  Overcast | Sunny | Sunny |  Patchy rain nearby |  Patchy light rain |
| High | 26.4°C | 21.3°C | 23.5°C | 25.1°C | 25.9°C | 24.2°C | 25.2°C |
| Low | 18.6°C | 15.2°C | 16.5°C | 18.9°C | 20.5°C | 22.3°C | 21.7°C |
