Spring cherry blossoms, summer lotus, autumn osmanthus, winter snow. Climate guide for every season.
Hangzhou has a subtropical monsoon climate with four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) brings comfortable temperatures (15–25°C) and cherry blossoms. Summer (June–August) is hot and humid (28–36°C) but West Lake lotus is at its peak. Autumn (September–November) is the golden season — clear skies, 18–25°C, osmanthus fragrance everywhere. Winter (December–February) is cool (3–10°C) with occasional snow.