Its warm-temperate humid climate means that Guilin has hot, muggy summers and short mild winters. The hottest period of the year lasts from June until the end of September, with daily highs above 92°F (33°C) and frequent thunderstorms, especially in June and July. The cold season lasts between mid-December and mid-February. Daily high temperatures in winter tend to stay below 59°F (15°C) but rarely drop below 39°F (4°C). Cloud cover becomes more likely as winter progresses, with overcast weather most frequent in February and mid-March. Light to moderate rain becomes more frequent as winter switches over to spring, with thunderstorms increasingly common from March onwards.
