A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Wuhu vs. Railay Beach for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Wuhu or Railay Beach?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Wuhu and Railay Beach. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Wuhu or Railay Beach?

Wuhu

The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.

The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.

Railay Beach

If you're looking to scale great heights and add more achievements to your list during your vacation, consider a trip to the peninsula of Rai Leh, or more commonly Railay Bay or Railay Beach, in the Krabi region of Thailand. This swimming and rock climbing hotspot is known for its towering limestone peaks and gorgeous surrounding scenery.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuhu and Railay Beach, we can see that Railay Beach is more expensive. And not only is Wuhu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wuhu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuhu and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Railay Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Railay Beach than you might in Wuhu.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuhu Expensive? and Is Railay Beach Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Wuhu or Railay Beach?

Wuhu has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Railay Beach experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Wuhu or Railay Beach in the Summer?

Both Railay Beach and Wuhu are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Railay Beach because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the summer, Wuhu is around the same temperature as Railay Beach. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuhu in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Railay Beach averages at about 28°C (82°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Railay Beach. It's quite rainy in Wuhu. In July, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Railay Beach. Wuhu gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Railay Beach is August to October.

Should I visit Wuhu or Railay Beach in the Autumn?

Both Railay Beach and Wuhu during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Railay Beach year-round.

In October, Wuhu is generally much colder than Railay Beach. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 17°C (63°F), and Railay Beach fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

Railay Beach gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Wuhu usually gets less rain in October than Railay Beach. Wuhu gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Railay Beach. August to October is the rainy season in Railay Beach.

Should I visit Wuhu or Railay Beach in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuhu and Railay Beach. Railay Beach attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Wuhu can be very cold during winter. Wuhu is much colder than Railay Beach in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 3°C (37°F) in January, and Railay Beach fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

In January, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Railay Beach. Wuhu gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. December to March in Railay Beach is the dry season.

Should I visit Wuhu or Railay Beach in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Wuhu as well as Railay Beach. The warm climate attracts visitors to Railay Beach throughout the year.

In the spring, Wuhu is much colder than Railay Beach. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuhu in April average around 15°C (60°F), and Railay Beach averages at about 29°C (84°F).

It's quite rainy in Railay Beach. Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuhu usually gets less rain in April than Railay Beach. Wuhu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Railay Beach and Wuhu