Typical temperature range
°C, daily low to high
Weather
21–29°C; warm, humid, frequent rain
Crowds
Moderate; lower than May and July
Weather and what to wear
June brings the start of Chengdu's rainy season. Temperatures range from about 21°C to 29°C, with high humidity and frequent showers. The rain is often heavy but short. The city and surrounding mountains are at their greenest.
Wear light, quick-drying clothing and shoes that handle wet pavement. Carry a compact umbrella or rain jacket every day. A change of socks is useful if you are walking a lot in the rain.
- Quick-drying clothing
- Waterproof shoes
- Daily umbrella
Crowds and prices
June is a shoulder month. Domestic tourism is lower than during the May holiday and the July school break, so hotels and attractions are more manageable. The exception is the Dragon Boat Festival, whose date changes each year and can fall in June.
Check the official festival dates if you are traveling in early June. Book trains for the holiday weekend in advance, and expect some local restaurants to be busy.
What to do
Use the mornings for outdoor sights: the Panda Base, People's Park, and old streets. Keep the afternoons for teahouses, museums, and indoor dining. The Sichuan Museum and Chengdu Museum are good rainy-day options.
If you want a day trip, check the weather before committing to Qingcheng or Leshan. Stone steps and river paths are slippery in rain. Dujiangyan is more manageable in wet weather, but the suspension bridge can be slick.
- Morning Panda Base
- Museums on rainy afternoons
- Teahouse breaks
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