Points for Attention: Guangzhou

Best time for travelling to Guangzhou

In spring, Guangzhou is humid and rainy; in summer, it is a little hot and is often hit by typhoons. In autumn, it is moderate in temperature, cool and windy, and fine weather can last until November and December. Therefore, autumn (October to December) is the best time for traveling to Guangzhou. The winter in Guangzhou is short and not too cold. When it snows in Northern China, you would just need to wear a sweater for the winter in Guangzhou.

Guides for dressing

Spring (March to mid-May): temperature and humidity rise, and a thin coat or sweater is recommended.

Summer (May to mid-September): it is rainy, and a rain gear is recommended.

Autumn (late September – early December): a sweater or a light coat is recommended.

Winter (mid-December to late February): it is cool, and sometimes an overcoat is needed.

Tips:

1. Please take care of your belongings in crowded places (especially railway stations). Use your mobile phone in safe places. You had better not walk alone on dark streets in the evening. 

2. Please do not stay at railways too long.

3. Although there are famous delicacies in Guangzhou, you need to have a moderate diet and take care not to get comfortable.

4. Please carefully identify digital products in the markets.

5. Since taking a taxi in such a big city as Guangzhou is expensive, it is advised to bring the exact amount for buses and the metro.