At a glance
| Metric | Chongqing | Shiyan |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 34°C | 32°C |
| Coldest month low | 6°C | 0°C |
| Annual rainfall | 1448 mm | 873 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 5.9 h/day | 7 h/day |
| Best months | March–May & October–November | March–May & September–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Chongqing | Shiyan | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.9 · Poor | 4.6 · Poor | Chongqing |
| February | 6.7 · Fair | 5.6 · Fair | Chongqing |
| March | 7.8 · Good | 9.2 · Excellent | Shiyan |
| April | 7.1 · Good | 8.9 · Excellent | Shiyan |
| May | 7.1 · Good | 9.0 · Excellent | Shiyan |
| June | 5.5 · Fair | 6.0 · Fair | Shiyan |
| July | 3.3 · Poor | 3.7 · Poor | Shiyan |
| August | 3.2 · Poor | 4.4 · Poor | Shiyan |
| September | 5.9 · Fair | 8.4 · Good | Shiyan |
| October | 7.1 · Good | 8.6 · Excellent | Shiyan |
| November | 7.7 · Good | 8.1 · Good | Shiyan |
| December | 5.5 · Fair | 5.9 · Fair | Shiyan |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Chongqing or Shiyan?
Shiyan has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 2 for Chongqing — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
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.
When is the best time to visit Shiyan?
The best months to visit Shiyan are March–May & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
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