Zhangjiajie scenic area has a subtropical damp monsoon climate, characterized by plenty of rainfall and sunshine. The January temperature is around 5C and July reaches about 28C.
Average annual temperature:16.8C.
Annual rainfall: About 1,382 mm.
Frost free period: About 268 days.

The Best Travel Time

The hot season in Zhangjiajie is from April to November. The best travel months are June and September every year. The best time is the moment that sunlight appeared after heavy rain in scenic area.It is safer to avoid climbing the mountain in the rain, since the pathways can be slippery and the summit is often covered by thick fog.