Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
| Metric | Guangzhou | Shenzhen | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 27°C (81°F)▲ | 26°C (79°F) | Guangzhou |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 20°C (68°F) | 21°C (70°F)▲ | Shenzhen |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 18 days | 14 days▲ | Shenzhen |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 231 mm | 129 mm▲ | Shenzhen |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 6h/day | 8h/day▲ | Shenzhen |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 78% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Guangzhou |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Shenzhen edges ahead as the better destination in April. Shenzhen offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 14 rain days, while Guangzhou sees 6 sunshine hours and 18 rain days.
Guangzhou sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Shenzhen is also comfortable at 26°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Shenzhen is the stronger choice in April. Shenzhen receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Guangzhou reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Shenzhen averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in April.
Guangzhou receives approximately 231 mm of rainfall across 18 rain days during April. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Shenzhen sees 129 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Shenzhen the drier option by 4 rain days and 102 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.
Highs of 27°C, lows of 20°C, 18 rain days
Highs of 26°C, lows of 21°C, 14 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during April.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Guangzhou | Shenzhen | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 19°C | 7d | 19°C | 5d |
| Feb | 20°C | 10d | 21°C | 8d |
| Mar | 23°C | 15d | 23°C | 11d |
| Apr | 27°C | 18d | 26°C | 14d |
| May | 29°C | 22d | 29°C | 20d |
| Jun | 31°C | 24d | 30°C | 23d |
| Jul | 32°C | 23d | 31°C | 22d |
| Aug | 32°C | 24d | 31°C | 24d |
| Sep | 30°C | 16d | 30°C | 17d |
| Oct | 28°C | 6d | 28°C | 7d |
| Nov | 25°C | 6d | 25°C | 5d |
| Dec | 20°C | 5d | 21°C | 4d |
Guangzhou Weather in April
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