Guiyang Weather in April

April weather

April feels mild rather than warm, with afternoons reaching 23°C and nights cooling to 12°C. Rain falls on many days, and cloud often hangs over the city, so expect damp spells between outings. It's a good month for museums, food stops and short walks around Jiaxiu Pavilion, but long outdoor plans can be interrupted by showers.

If you hate crowds, avoid travelling during the Qingming holiday, when many people visit family graves and travel around China. The date changes each year, but it falls in early April.

What to do

Qianling Mountain Park works well when the paths are dry. After rain, its steep trails can get muddy, so keep the outing flexible. On a wet afternoon, try Huaxi beef rice noodles, a local bowl of rice noodles served with beef, or explore the covered streets around the city centre.

April also brings Qingming, a traditional tomb-sweeping holiday. It's a meaningful time to see local customs, though cemetery visits are personal family occasions rather than public events.

Crowds and costs

Outside the Qingming travel rush, April is usually calmer than the summer holiday season. You'll likely find less pressure on hotels and transport than in July or August, though prices can rise around the holiday. March and November are often better months overall for a visit, but April's spring weather still makes city sightseeing pleasant between showers.

Practical tip: after rain, take the flatter route around Jiaxiu Pavilion instead of heading straight for Qianling Mountain's higher paths. You'll still get a good look at Guiyang without dealing with slick climbs.