At a glance
| Metric | Chengdu | Chongqing |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 31°C | 34°C |
| Coldest month low | 3°C | 6°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1104 mm | 1448 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 6.1 h/day | 5.9 h/day |
| Best months | March–May & November | March–May & October–November |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Chengdu | Chongqing | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.6 · Fair | 4.9 · Poor | Chengdu |
| February | 6.6 · Fair | 6.7 · Fair | Chongqing |
| March | 8.1 · Good | 7.8 · Good | Chengdu |
| April | 8.2 · Good | 7.1 · Good | Chengdu |
| May | 8.1 · Good | 7.1 · Good | Chengdu |
| June | 6.0 · Fair | 5.5 · Fair | Chengdu |
| July | 3.9 · Poor | 3.3 · Poor | Chengdu |
| August | 3.8 · Poor | 3.2 · Poor | Chengdu |
| September | 7.4 · Good | 5.9 · Fair | Chengdu |
| October | 7.5 · Good | 7.1 · Good | Chengdu |
| November | 8.6 · Excellent | 7.7 · Good | Chengdu |
| December | 5.8 · Fair | 5.5 · Fair | Chengdu |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Chengdu or Chongqing?
Chengdu has the better travel weather in 11 of 12 months, versus 1 for Chongqing — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Chengdu?
The best months to visit Chengdu are March–May & November, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Chongqing?
The best months to visit Chongqing are March–May & October–November, based on six years of climate data.
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