Best Times to Visit Chengdu and to See Pandas
When are the best times to visit Chengdu and its adorable pandas? The weather in Chengdu is mild, humid, and rainy. The best seasons to visit Chengdu are spring and autumn, when the weather is comfortable and pandas are livelier than they are in summer.
Best Times to See Giant Pandas in Chengdu
Seeing cute pandas is one of the must-do activities in Chengdu. The best time to visit pandas is from September to June. It’s not recommended to visit a panda base in summer because pandas tend to stay in air-conditioned rooms sleeping. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to see lively pandas — they like to climb trees, eat, and have fun outside. The best time of day to see pandas is in the morning. Pandas eat and sleep all day, and they fall asleep after lunch. No matter whether you want to avoid the crowds or just want to see lively pandas, morning is the best choice. 
Best Times to See Panda Cubs
Newborn panda cubs are especially popular with travelers. However, you should go to Chengdu in the right months to see these tiny pandas:
| Time | What to See |
| Late July | Pandas of 1 week, 1 year, and 2 years in age |
| Early August | Pandas of 1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks, and 1 year in age |
| Mid-August | Pandas of 1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks, 1 month, and 1 year in age |
| Late August | Pandas of 1 week, 2 weeks, 3 weeks, 1 month, 40 days, and 1 year in age |
| September | Pandas that are weeks old, months old, and years old |
| October | Pandas that are months old and years old |
Red pandasChengdu Weather — the Best Times to Visit Chengdu
The best times to visit Chengdu are from March to June and September to November.
Jinli Street- Chengdu’s spring starts in March and ends in May. The temperature during these months is warm. Thin shirts, a coat, and jeans are adequate clothing to wear in spring in Chengdu.
- Autumn in Chengdu is from October to November. The weather in autumn is similar to the weather in spring but you should have a warm coat with you in case the weather changes quickly. As the most popular season to visit Chengdu, you can see the fairy-tale landscapes at Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, witness newborn panda cubs at Chengdu Panda Base, and climb the Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei to learn about China’s Buddhist culture.
- Summer in Chengdu is really hot and humid. Almost half of each month has rainy days, which is not particularly good for travelers although the local people have become accustomed to this humid weather.
- Winter in Chengdu is cold as it has the least amount of days of sunshine. You will feel cold, blue, and unhappy. Eating a spicy hot pot is a good way to drive the cold away. Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Temple are great places to hunt for delicious Chengdu snacks. In such cold weather, only eating makes travelers feel really happy.
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