Hangzhou

Is Hangzhou Airport turbulent?

Hangzhou sits in eastern China's Yangtze River Delta where summer monsoons bring heavy thunderstorms. The region faces typhoon risk during late summer and early autumn, though direct hits are less common than at coastal airports like Shanghai. Fog can affect winter operations. Overall conditions are typical of eastern Chinese airports.

• Over 20% chance of damaging cyclone winds in any 10-year period
• Summer monsoon brings heavy thunderstorms
• Located in Yangtze River Delta typhoon exposure zone

How do typhoons affect Hangzhou?

Hangzhou is far enough inland that direct typhoon hits are uncommon, but outer rainbands from storms hitting the coast can bring gusty winds and heavy rain. When major typhoons approach Shanghai or the Zhejiang coast, Hangzhou flights may be affected by flow control and regional weather impacts.

When is the best time to fly from Hangzhou?

Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer the most pleasant conditions. Summer heat and monsoon storms (June-August) bring the most weather delays. Typhoon season peaks August-September. Winter is generally mild but fog can occasionally affect operations.