Haimen Travel Guide

City City in Guangdong, China, near the coast

Costs

Budget to midrange: $30-70 per day

Local dining and budget lodging keep daily costs low; travel by bus is cheap.

Safety

Generally safe

Low violent crime; ordinary caution in markets and transit areas recommended.

Best Time

October to December (pleasant weather)

Autumn months are cooler and more comfortable than hot, humid summer.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

1:38 AM

GMT+8

Weather

73°F

Overcast

Population

125,427

Infrastructure & Convenience

Served by regional buses, local roads and basic services; Chinese-language signage common.

Popularity

Primarily a local commerce centre rather than a tourist destination.

Known For

local markets, agriculture, Cantonese cuisine, temples, festivals, small industry, riverine scenery, village culture

Haimen is a typical Guangdong county town with a subtropical climate and strong local market culture.

Why Visit Haimen? #

Positioned in Guangdong’s coastal belt, Haimen appeals to travelers who enjoy fresh seafood, fishing-village charm, and Cantonese culinary traditions. Riverside promenades and busy fish markets showcase the day’s catch, while local temple festivals and teahouse culture highlight community rituals. Short trips to nearby mangroves and estuaries make it a relaxed base for nature and food-focused exploration. Visitors often combine a market visit with a waterfront meal.

Best Things to Do in Haimen

Haimen Bucket List

Best Time to Visit Haimen #

Haimen is nicest from late autumn through spring (October-April) when humidity falls and temperatures are comfortable. Summer brings heat, high humidity and stormy weather.

Winter

December - February · 10-20°C (50-68°F)

Mild, drier and pleasant - great for outdoor markets and walking without heavy humidity.

Spring

March - May · 17-28°C (63-82°F)

Warming with increasing humidity and occasional drizzle; countryside and gardens look fresh.

Summer

June - August · 26-33°C (79-91°F)

Hot, humid and prone to storms - afternoons are often wet; keep an eye on typhoon and rain warnings.

Best Time to Visit Haimen #

Climate

Haimen's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1541 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit

NovemberOctoberDecember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

7°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

11° – 18°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

31 mm

Rainfall

3.7 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

10.7h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

11° – 17°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

58 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

11.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

64 Good

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

13° – 20°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

87 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

18° – 24°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

142 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.3

UV Index

High

12.6h daylight

May

May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (200 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

22° – 27°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

200 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.6

UV Index

Very High

13.1h daylight

June

June is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 25°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (268 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

24° – 29°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

268 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.8

UV Index

Very High

13.4h daylight

July

July is the hottest month, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (215 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 31°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

215 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.1

UV Index

Extreme

13.3h daylight

August

August is hot, feeling like 33°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (255 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

33°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

25° – 31°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

255 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.0

UV Index

Very High

12.8h daylight

September

September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Significant rainfall (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

27°

Feels Like Warm

27°C

Temperature

24° – 30°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

154 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.7

UV Index

Very High

12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

21° – 28°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

64 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.4

UV Index

High

11.5h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

16° – 24°

81%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

35 mm

Rainfall

3.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.1

UV Index

High

10.9h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

12° – 20°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

32 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

10.6h daylight

How to Get to Haimen

Haimen in Guangdong is best reached via the province's rail and coach network, using a nearby city as the transport hub and then taking a local bus or taxi for the last mile. High-speed rail plus local transfer is typically fastest.

By Air

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): Haimen (Guangdong) is most practically reached via Guangzhou or Shenzhen airports, followed by rail or highway transfer to the local prefectural city.

Shenzhen / Jieyang (regional): Depending on your origin, Shenzhen or Jieyang/Chaoshan can offer closer alternatives; onward travel by train or coach completes the journey.

By Train & Bus

Train: Guangdong’s high-speed rail network reaches major regional hubs; take a high-speed service to the nearest city station and then a taxi or coach to Haimen.

Coach / bus: Intercity and county buses serve the final leg to Haimen from nearby prefecture centres; they are frequent and often drop passengers closer to town centres.

How to Get Around Haimen #

Haimen (Guangdong) is served by local buses, taxis and shared‑ride vans; short distances are easily walked in the town centre. Regional bus services link Haimen to larger nearby cities. Practical tips: taxis are convenient for newcomers, and having a map or translation app helps when using local buses.

Where to Stay in Haimen #

Budget

Mid-Range

Luxury

Where to Eat in Haimen #

Nightlife in Haimen #

Nightlife in Haimen is modest: expect family restaurants, small bars and the occasional karaoke venue rather than a large club scene.

Shopping in Haimen #

Shopping is focused on local markets, small retail streets and convenience shops. For a broader retail or mall experience travellers should visit the nearest prefectural city.

Nearby Cities #