{"id":3050,"date":"2021-12-15T10:10:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-15T02:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/?p=3050"},"modified":"2021-12-15T23:24:51","modified_gmt":"2021-12-15T15:24:51","slug":"when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-hangzhou","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tour-beijing.com\/blog\/zhejiang-travel\/hangzhou-travel\/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-hangzhou","title":{"rendered":"Best time to visit Hangzhou (Tips, Photos & Map)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Planning your Hangzhou tour<\/a>? There is an old saying goes that \u201cAbove there is heaven, below there are Suzhou and Hangzhou.\u201d Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province, is recommended as one of the most beautiful cities in China. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. As a hot tourist destination, Hangzhou is busy all year round. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The location of Hangzhou ( Google Map)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The best time to travel to Hangzhou is the period from April to October, when the trees and flowers of this garden city are green and in full bloom. If not putting the weather into a consideration, then there is no good or bad time to tour Hangzhou as different time has different sceneries in Hangzhou.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So when to visit Hangzhou all depends on your budget, tolerance for large crowds, your personal taste and, another time of year may suit you better. Check out below to have some information on each season:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hangzhou in Spring ( March \u2013 May )<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spring in Hangzhou starts in March. Although spring is considered as the most beautiful season, it is highly variable, with frequent rain and alternating spells of warmth and cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walking along the West Lake, you could see the primroses waking up one after another. Against the backdrop of the green leaves, petals are white like snow. How fascinating it is! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: The best time to see the peach flower blossoms falls on late March and early April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out my another article Best Time and Place to See Cherry & Tulip Flowers in Hangzhou<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hangzhou in Spring<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hangzhou in Summer ( June \u2013 August \uff09<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Summer in Hangzhou starts in June. July and August are the hottest months in summer. In spite of being hot and humid, summer is the peak season for domestic tourism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lotus in the west Lake wake up, presenting their beauty in the hot and humid weather. Summers experience torrential rain quite frequently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hangzhou in Summer<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hangzhou in Autumn \uff08 September \u2013 November\uff09<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Autumn in Hangzhou is regarded as the most beautiful and fragrant season. You can smell a rich fragrance of Osmanthus while walking along the street. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Autumn is generally sunny and dry, and the foliage season is in November. You can have a cruise on the West Lake in autumn. You are kindly advised to skip over China National Holiday in October when you plan your Hangzhou tour<\/a>, since there are so many people during that time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out <\/a>Best Places to See Autumn Leaves in Hangzhou<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Hangzhou in Autumn<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Hangzhou in Winter ( December \u2013 February )<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Winter in Hangzhou is not as cold as northern cities of China. Winters are typically grey and dreary, with little or no snowfall. Hangzhou winters are at times very chilly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Winter temperature often tends to drop below zero and records minus temperatures. Winter in Hangzhou is a little cold, make sure to take enough thick clothes with you.
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Check out my following artcles for more information on Hangzhou’s winter:
Poetic Winter Scenery Viewed from Su Causeway in West Lake<\/a>
The Pure and Fresh Winter Beauty of West Lake in Hangzhou<\/a>
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The Pure and Fresh Winter Beauty of West Lake in Hangzhou<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Tip:  Hassle-free Hangzhou Guided Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t want to go the do-it-yourself route and prefer the hassle-free escorted tours, here are some options for Hangzhou Guided Tours:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hangzhou Tour<\/a>
Hangzhou 4-Day Tour Package<\/a>
Hangzhou 3-Day Tour Package<\/a>
Hangzhou Private Tour<\/a>
Hangzhou Theme Tour<\/a>
Hangzhou Side Trips<\/a>
Hangzhou Car Rental with Driver<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Further Readings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Top 10 Attractions in Hangzhou<\/a>
Top 10 Photography Spots in Hangzhou<\/a>
Night View of West Lake in Hangzhou<\/a>
The Best hiking trail in Hangzhou<\/a>
The best time to visit Hangzhou<\/a>
Hangzhou as a Fashionable City in China<\/a>
Hangzhou East Railway Station<\/a>
Hangzhou Airport Arrival Hall<\/a>
How to Visit Feilai Peak Grottoes in Hangzhou<\/a>
Where to stay in Hangzhou<\/a>
Hangzhou Bicycle Hire<\/a>
Wushan Night Market in Hangzhou<\/a>
Pedestrian Streets in Hangzhou<\/a>
Hangzhou\u2019s Best Bars & Nightclubs<\/a>
Best Way to Visit Hangzhou from Shanghai<\/a>
How to Visit Grand Canal Hangzhou<\/a>
How to Visit Xiling Seal Engravers\u2019 Society<\/a>
How to Visit Liuhe Pagoda<\/a>
Hangzhou Tea Plantation<\/a>
How to Visit Leifeng Pagoda<\/a>
How to visit Hupao Spring (Tiger Spring) Hangzhou<\/a>
How to Visit Yellow Dragon Cave in Hangzhou<\/a>
The Best Place to View Sunrise over West Lake Hangzhou<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Any question, just drop a line.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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