What is Chongqing’s climate like during summer?

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Chongqing Skyscrapers at night in central Chongqing, China.

Chongqing experiences a hot and humid summer season that spans from May through September. During this period, temperatures are consistently high, with the mean temperature in August reaching approximately 84 °F (29 °C). It is common for daily high temperatures to exceed 100 °F (38 °C).1

The region also experiences significant precipitation during the summer months, as the majority of the municipality's annual rainfall occurs between April and October. This high level of humidity contributes to the city's characteristic heavy fog and mist, which are prevalent throughout much of the year.1