Question 1

Is Shantou safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Shantou, China “some risk”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Shantou in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Shantou averages about 28°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Shantou?

Accepted Answer

Shantou is warmest in Jul and driest in Jan; mild (18–28°C) months are Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	14	14	17	21	24	27	28	28	27	24	20	16
Sea °C	18	18	20	22	25	27	28	28	28	26	22	20
Rain (days)	34	66	100	158	209	255	210	250	149	57	36	34

Shantou, China

Climate by month