Guangzhou is located at latitude 23 degrees 06'N and longitude 113 degrees 15'E. It sits astride the Tropic of Cancer, at roughly the same latitude as Honolulu and Mexico City. The average year-round temperature in Guangzhou is 22C; the hottest month is August, with an average temperature of 28C, and the coldest month is January, with an average temperature of 13C. The rainy season runs from April through August, and average annual rainfall is 172 cm. For current weather in Guangzhou, click here.

The subtropical climate allows for a year-round growing season in the agricultural areas. A wide range of fresh agricultural products, including fruit, vegetables, and flowers, is available year-round. The region grows 2-3 crops of rice per year.