Guangzhou Weather in April

April weather

April feels warm, damp and often overcast in Guangzhou. The high reaches 29°C, while humidity sits at 78%. Rain falls on 15 days, so a dry-looking morning can turn into a sticky, wet afternoon. The weather gets much wetter in May, but April is already a poor month for comfort.

You can still visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, browse Shamian Island or eat your way through Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street. Keep outdoor plans flexible, and don't count on long, dry stretches for a day at Baiyun Mountain. With little daily sunshine, a clear view from the summit isn't guaranteed.

Holidays and crowds

Qingming Festival falls in early April, though its date changes each year. Families visit ancestral graves, and popular parks and scenic areas can feel busier around the holiday.

The spring Canton Fair also brings a wave of visitors to Pazhou. Hotels near the fairgrounds can cost more during its sessions, and the metro gets crowded. Outside the fair and holiday periods, April is generally less busy than Guangzhou's best-weather months, November to February.

If you hate crowds, avoid the Canton Fair's Pazhou area during fair sessions and visit Shamian on a weekday instead.

Make rainy days work

April's rain suits a slower city break better than a tightly packed sightseeing schedule. Use a wet spell for the indoor exhibits at the Guangdong Museum, then head to Huacheng Square when the skies clear. Evenings can still feel warm, so a walk along the Pearl River may be more comfortable than a long midday outing.

Take Guangzhou Metro Line 8 to Pazhou for the Canton Fair, but allow extra time at busy stations. For a local food stop, order rice noodle rolls, called cheung fun, at a small shop in Shangxiajiu. They're a handy pause between showers and sightseeing.