Guilin
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Guilin month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Guilin are typically September, October and November, with average daytime highs around 21–31°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low 6°C), and June the wettest (about 557 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.4 | 5.8 | 128 | 4.8 |
| February | 14.5 | 6.8 | 147 | 4.5 |
| March | 19.7 | 11.8 | 299 | 4.7 |
| April | 24.0 | 16.3 | 393 | 5.7 |
| May | 27.2 | 20.2 | 427 | 7.0 |
| June | 29.7 | 23.3 | 557 | 7.6 |
| July | 31.9 | 24.9 | 272 | 9.8 |
| August | 31.8 | 24.6 | 206 | 10.0 |
| September | 30.9 | 23.2 | 93 | 9.6 |
| October | 25.6 | 17.8 | 77 | 8.4 |
| November | 20.5 | 12.7 | 132 | 6.5 |
| December | 15.1 | 6.8 | 67 | 6.3 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1133
In 1133, Guizhou was renamed Jingjiang Prefecture (simplified Chinese: 静江路; traditional Chinese: 靜江路).
- Documented history · 1367
In 1367, the name was changed to Guilin Prefecture (桂林府).
- Documented history · 1921
In 1921, Guilin became one of the headquarters of the Northern Expeditionary Army led by Sun Yat-sen.
- Documented history · 1940
In 1940, Guilin City was established.
- Establishment of Jingjiang Prefecture
In 1133, Guizhou was renamed Jingjiang Prefecture.
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01 · OverviewGuilin, in brief
Karst Dreams
Guilin is a prefecture-level city located in the northeast of China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Situated on the west bank of the Li River, the city derives its name from the large number of fragrant sweet osmanthus trees found throughout the region.
Ancient Roots
Before the Qin dynasty, the Baiyue people settled the area. A small settlement was established along the banks of the Li River in 314 BC, followed by the first administration during the Qin dynasty campaigns against Nanyue between 221 and 206 BC. In 111 BC, the Han dynasty established Shi'an County, marking the beginning of the city. The settlement was renamed Guizhou in AD 507, and Lingui County was established at the modern site in 634. During the Tang and Song dynasties, the city served as a vital nexus connecting the central government to the southwest border.
Wartime Transformation
During World War II, Guilin emerged as a critical military, transport, and cultural center. The city expanded drastically as refugees arrived from across the country, increasing the local population from 70,000 before the war to over 500,000 by 1944. Prominent intellectuals and artists found sanctuary in the city during this period, including Guo Moruo, Mao Dun, Ba Jin, Tian Han, Xu Beihong, and Feng Zikai.
Heritage Protection
The State Council designated Guilin as a National Famous Historical and Cultural City in the first edition of the list. In 1981, the city was named one of four priority projects alongside Beijing, Hangzhou, and Suzhou for the protection of historical heritage and natural scenery.
| Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 25.28022 | 110.29639 | 1,572,300 |
For more detailed background information, consult the Guilin reference entry on Wikipedia, or verify coordinates through the GeoNames record for Guilin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guilin
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01 · Q&AWhere is Guilin located and what are its coordinates?
Guilin is situated in China at geographic coordinates 25.2802, 110.2964, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Guilin?
Guilin has a recorded population of approximately 1,572,300 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Guilin?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Guilin 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 Guilin?
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