Fuzhou
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When to go: Fuzhou month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Fuzhou are typically April, October and November, with average daytime highs around 22–27°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 34°C), January the coldest (average low 8°C), and June the wettest (about 272 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.7 | 8.0 | 53 | 6.0 |
| February | 15.8 | 8.6 | 66 | 5.9 |
| March | 19.8 | 11.6 | 113 | 7.0 |
| April | 24.0 | 16.2 | 116 | 7.4 |
| May | 27.2 | 20.3 | 168 | 7.1 |
| June | 30.2 | 24.2 | 272 | 7.1 |
| July | 33.8 | 26.2 | 202 | 10.4 |
| August | 32.8 | 25.9 | 201 | 10.2 |
| September | 30.8 | 24.0 | 163 | 9.4 |
| October | 26.5 | 19.8 | 74 | 7.2 |
| November | 22.0 | 15.1 | 63 | 5.9 |
| December | 17.2 | 9.8 | 30 | 6.2 |
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Research updated Friday, October 2, 2026Past and future events in Fuzhou
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Previously
- Battle of Fuzhou
Broke out on August 23, 1884, between the French Far East Fleet and the Fujian Fleet in Mawei Harbor.
- 1993 Fuzhou textile factory fire
A raging fire swept through a textile factory in Fuzhou on December 13, 1993, claiming 61 lives.
- Typhoon Longwang floodwaters
Swept away a military school in Fuzhou on October 2, 2005, killing at least 80 paramilitary officers.
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01 · OverviewFuzhou, in brief
Fuzhou serves as the capital of the Fujian province in China. Situated between the Min River estuary to the south and the city of Ningde to the north, Fuzhou and Ningde collectively form the Mindong linguistic and cultural region.
Cultural and linguistic traits across Fuzhou are deeply rooted in its extensive history of regional development. Archaeological findings from sites such as Xiying, which dates from 7300 to 6500 BC, demonstrate early genetic connections between the ancient inhabitants of the area and Austronesian peoples. Further archaeological investigations at the Keqiutou site, dated between 6500 and 5000 BC, reveal a planned settlement alongside the oldest known evidence of rice cultivation in Fujian, with artifacts showing cultural ties to the Dapenkeng culture of Taiwan. Additional neolithic traces are preserved from the Huqiutou culture around 5000 BC and the Tanshishan culture around 3000 BC.
During the Warring States period, the surrounding region was recognized as Minyue, associating its populace with the Baiyue groups that historically inhabited southeastern China. Following the fall of the state of Yue to Chu in 306 BC, surviving members of the Yue royal family migrated south into present-day Fujian and blended with local populations to establish Minyue. King Wuzhu later established the walled settlement of Ye in 202 BC, marking the traditional founding date of the city that is now known as Fuzhou.
Modern cultural and educational exchanges thrive through the presence of several major academic institutions located within the municipal area. These institutions include Fuzhou University, which is designated as one of China's key universities, alongside other prominent public institutions such as Fujian Normal University and Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fuzhou
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01 · Q&AWhere is Fuzhou located and what are its coordinates?
Fuzhou is situated in China at geographic coordinates 26.0614, 119.3061, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Fuzhou?
Fuzhou has a recorded population of approximately 3,740,000 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Fuzhou?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Fuzhou include ZH-CN, YUE, WUU, DTA, UG, ZA, with CNY used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Fuzhou?
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