Capital city, China
Beijing weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Beijing
Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild and clear. Summers are hot and wet; Dec–Feb is freezing and dry. Avoid Golden Week (1–7 Oct) and Lunar New Year.
Beijing weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan2°2 mm
- Feb5°6 mm
- Mar14°9 mm
- Apr23°24 mm
- May30°38 mm
- Jun33°84 mm
- Jul33°151 mm
- Aug32°108 mm
- Sep27°64 mm
- Oct20°30 mm
- Nov10°14 mm
- Dec3°2 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C35°F | -10°C14°F | 2 mm | 51% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C42°F | -7°C20°F | 6 mm | 49% | Cold |
| March | 14°C57°F | -1°C29°F | 9 mm | 42% | Cool |
| April | 23°C73°F | 6°C43°F | 24 mm | 39% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C85°F | 14°C56°F | 38 mm | 39% | Pleasant |
| June | 33°C91°F | 19°C66°F | 84 mm | 52% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C92°F | 22°C71°F | 151 mm | 64% | Hot |
| August | 32°C89°F | 20°C69°F | 108 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 14°C58°F | 64 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 6°C43°F | 30 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| November | 10°C50°F | -2°C28°F | 14 mm | 55% | Cold |
| December | 3°C37°F | -8°C17°F | 2 mm | 53% | Freezing |
Best months across China
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Shanghai | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Xi'an | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Chengdu | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Guilin | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Chongqing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Shenzhen | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (30°C) |
| Guangzhou | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (32°C) |
| Hangzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Zhangjiajie | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Yangshuo | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Lijiang | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jun (25°C) |
| Suzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Harbin | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Jul (29°C) |
| Sanya | Nov–Mar | May (32°C) |
| Xiamen | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Dali | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (26°C) |
| Lhasa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (24°C) |
| Huangshan | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Kunming | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jun (27°C) |
| Qingdao | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Nanjing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Shangri-La | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (21°C) |
| Jiuzhaigou | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Changsha | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Pingyao | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Dunhuang | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Kashgar | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Wuhan | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Tianjin | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Beijing?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild and clear. Summers are hot and wet; Dec–Feb is freezing and dry. Avoid Golden Week (1–7 Oct) and Lunar New Year.
When is the rainy season in Beijing?
Rain peaks in July with about 151 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul.
What is the hottest month in Beijing?
July, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Beijing get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -10°C (14°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- National Immigration Administration
- China Railway 12306
- Beijing United Family Hospital
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.