City in Shandong, China
Qingdao weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Qingdao
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild and clear. Jul–Aug is the beach season and crowded, with sea fog; winters are cold, dry and windy.
Qingdao weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan4°11 mm
- Feb5°18 mm
- Mar8°18 mm
- Apr13°38 mm
- May19°68 mm
- Jun23°73 mm
- Jul26°178 mm
- Aug28°170 mm
- Sep25°76 mm
- Oct20°26 mm
- Nov13°38 mm
- Dec6°16 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C38°F | 0°C31°F | 11 mm | 70% | Cold |
| February | 5°C40°F | 0°C33°F | 18 mm | 71% | Cold |
| March | 8°C47°F | 3°C38°F | 18 mm | 73% | Cold |
| April | 13°C56°F | 8°C46°F | 38 mm | 75% | Cool |
| May | 19°C66°F | 14°C56°F | 68 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C73°F | 19°C65°F | 73 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C80°F | 23°C74°F | 178 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| August | 28°C82°F | 24°C76°F | 170 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| September | 25°C76°F | 21°C69°F | 76 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 15°C60°F | 26 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| November | 13°C56°F | 9°C48°F | 38 mm | 70% | Cool |
| December | 6°C43°F | 2°C36°F | 16 mm | 71% | Cold |
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 Qingdao?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild and clear. Jul–Aug is the beach season and crowded, with sea fog; winters are cold, dry and windy.
When is the rainy season in Qingdao?
Rain peaks in July with about 178 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Aug.
What is the hottest month in Qingdao?
August, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Qingdao get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (31°F).
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Sources
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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.