Maoshan
Mountains Jiangsu mountain famed for Taoist temples and scenery
A Taoist sacred mountain in Jiangsu with temple complexes, stone steps and wooded trails. Pilgrims and hikers visit the shrines, natural springs and seasonal festivals.
Tips for Visiting Maoshan #
- Visit Maoshan in spring or autumn when the weather is mild and temple gardens look best; avoid Chinese public-holidays (Golden Week) when pilgrim crowds and queues swell.
- Arrive early on a weekday to catch morning temple rituals and quieter trails around the Taoist complexes-midday and late afternoon are the busiest.
- Check the official scenic-area website or local ticket offices before you go for opening hours and any timed-entry or transport arrangements so you don't get turned away at a closed gate.
Best Time to Visit Maoshan #
Aim for spring or autumn to avoid the summer heat and high humidity.
Weather & Climate near Maoshan #
Maoshan's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1068 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (168 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 31°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (168 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. The driest month with just 27 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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