The major city located in the south of the southern china's industrial Guangdong Province, Shenzhen is situated north side of Hong Kong. Emerging as Chinas first famous and successful SEZ its assigned the status of sub-provincial administration. Recent cityscape of Shenzhen is an outcome of electrifying economy made easy by foreign direct investment that was backed by policy of reforms and establishment Special Economic Zones in the 1979 before which it was nothing more than a tiny village.
I personally find springs and autumn the best time to plan trip to Shenzhen and witness the pleasant climate and less frequent rain. Over the years I have discovered numerous themed cultural, artistic and economic events marking the litchi festival that falls somewhere between 28th June – 8th July. I can bet this best time to visit Shenzhen with expose you to the delicious taste of full ripped litchi fruit and wonderful sightseeing across the city. First time visitors baffled when to visit Shenzhen can select to be in the city during August and September.
Paramount role of the seasons in your trip
Subtropical weather of the city offering mild yet bountiful sunshine and rainfall all throughout the year combats the common question of when to visit Shenzhen Lasting for around six months summers I have never experienced an overly hot summer in the city. However friends say that comparatively the winters are short-lived but not quite chilly. Seasonal traits play a vital role in determining best time to visit Shenzhen for tourists ; so consider the following tips to make your trip a memorable one.
Spring Season – Spring season falling between February and April are very variable marked hot days that drastically converts into cooler nights. Many have experience a gush of cold waves during late February; a gradual fall in the temperature and mild showers. I just love the beautiful fog that emerges along the seatbelt just after the fall in the temperature and rains. Therefore for me packing few long-sleeved T-shirts, overcoats and umbrella is must when visiting the city during spring.
Summer Season – I remember being concerned about my friends who were stuck in the city due to the summer thunderstorms. If you are planning for a summer trip to the city be ready to face either of the disastrous climate; typhoons, rainstorms and thunderstorms. Long lived summers from late April to October end can also witness 35 c high temperature. Packing pairs of shorts, shirts and dress are ideal for this part of the season.
Autumn Season – November to early January known as the autumn months experience quite dry and cool weather. You won't feel the drop in the temperature until early December and stays stable around 68 F. Farmers have often discussed with me how extreme evaporation and fewer showers have caused droughts. Make sure to pack a light overcoat and long length T-shirt when visiting during this season.
Winter Season – Between mid of January to the early February Shenzhen experiences an average winter climate of twenty-four days every year. I have overheard many of my friends telling me about the warm winters with 50 F of average temperature. Albeit one might experience a gradual fall in the temperature of around 37 F yet the chill is short lived. In case you are planning your trip in this season carry a long-sleeved T-shirt and thick overcoat along.
Martin Wynn
