Yangshuo, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Yangshuo, China? If you're planning to go to Yangshuo, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Yangshuo, China

Based on the climate and weather in Yangshuo, the best time to go is October. See below for details.

Important essentials for Yangshuo, China

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Yangshuo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards often become worn. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly choice.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Yangshuo, China by month

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January

Traveling to Yangshuo in January, you will notice that it is chilly. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 40s F (single digits C). There is frost 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

February

If you are traveling to Yangshuo in February, you will notice that it is cool. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

March

March here is cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

April

April in this region is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about two thirds of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

May

Traveling to Yangshuo in May, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about two thirds of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

June

June for Yangshuo can be very hot. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (high 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

July

If you are traveling to Yangshuo in July, you will notice that it can be very hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

August

Traveling to Yangshuo in August, you will notice that it is really hot. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

September

September in Yangshuo is really hot. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

October

Traveling to Yangshuo in October, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

November

If you go to Yangshuo in November, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

December

If you go to Yangshuo in December, you will notice that it is crisp. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

Going to Assembling Dragon Cave? You'll need:

Activities for Yangshuo, China

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Yangshuo.

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