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Beijing Climate Information
Beijing has a temperate and continental monsoon climate, with four distinct seasons and big differences in temperature between day and night. Summer in Beijing is hot and humid, while winter is cold and dry. Spring and autumn are short and cool. 75% of the annual precipitation is concentrated in summer from June to August, with frequent showers in July and August. The coldest month is January at an average of -4 °C (25 °F), and the hottest month is July at an average of 26 °C (79 °F). The weather is generally pleasant all year round, but autumn (September to November) is the best season to visit Beijing. Have a look at our Beijing Tour Packages and choose your time of travel.
Spring
Spring is from March to May, with frequent intervals of rising and lowering of temperatures. Spring is the season when flowers bloom. See places to see flowers in Beijing. There is much wind and dust in spring, and sometimes sandstorms, but May is a good time for spring outings and many shows and performances concentrate in this month.
Summer
Summer is from June to August, usually scorching with sizzling temperatures at noon. There are occasional downpours. Umbrella, sunglasses and sun screen are recommended. Wear any summer clothes, such as T-shirts, shorts and skirts. Summer is considered peak season, when hotels typically raise their rates and the Great Wall nearly collapses under the weight of marching tourists.
Mountainous areas such as Jingdong Grand Canyon and Chuandixia Village near Beijing's suburbs offer much coolness to escape the summer heat. Leisurely boating on Kunming Lake at the Summer Palace, or riding a rickshaw to visit Hutongs (traditional neighborhoods), is also very pleasant.
Autumn
Autumn (September to November) is the most beautiful and pleasant season in Beijing. Though there are intervals of weather changes, it is generally comfortable. Climbing the Great Wall or seeing the red leaves at Fragrant Hill is recommended for this season. There are many places that you can go to see fall foilage in this season.
Winter
Winter is from December to February. It is cold and dry with occasional snow. The temperature is usually well below zero. Prepare down jackets, thick jeans and long johns, sweaters, hats and gloves. You might also need a mask to protect your nose on windy days.
Eating steaming Mongolian hotpot can warm you up in winter (View Beijing's food and restaurants). Celebrating a traditional Chinese New Year in the Hutongs, attending bustling temple fairs, and learning to make dumplings will surely give you an authentic experience of local people's life. In addition you can enjoy skiing at Nanshan Ski Resort, Huaibei Ski Resort, and the Bird's Nest (the National Stadium, main venue for the 2008 Olympics Beijing). Also check out Top Ski Resorts in China. See top China winter travel destinations
Popular Tours to Beijing
- Essence of China Tour: 8-day tour to Beijing, Shanghai and Xi'an. This is the most popular tour among travelers who visit China for the first time.
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Beijing Climate Information by Month
- Beijing Weather in January
- Beijing Weather in February
- Beijing Weather in March
- Beijing Weather in April
- Beijing Weather in May
- Beijing Weather in June
- Beijing Weather in July
- Beijing Weather in August
- Beijing Weather in September
- Beijing Weather in October
- Beijing Weather in November
- Beijing Weather in December
Beijing Average Climate by Month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High (ºC) | 1.11 | 3.89 | 11.11 | 19.44 | 26.11 | 30 | 30.56 | 29.44 | 25.56 | 18.89 | 10 | 2.78 |
| Low (ºC) | -9.44 | -7.22 | -1.11 | 7.22 | 12.78 | 17.78 | 21.11 | 20 | 13.89 | 7.22 | -.56 | -7.22 |
| Precip (in) | .1 | .2 | .4 | 1 | 1.1 | 2.8 | 6.9 | 7.2 | 1.9 | .7 | .2 | .1 |
| High (ºF) | 34 | 39 | 52 | 67 | 79 | 86 | 87 | 85 | 78 | 66 | 50 | 37 |
| Low (ºF) | 15 | 19 | 30 | 45 | 55 | 64 | 70 | 68 | 57 | 45 | 31 | 19 |
Beijing Average Monthly Temperatures
Beijing Average Monthly Precipitation (inches)
Hi Bernadette, The weather will not affect your visit to Beijing and Shanghai, you can visit all the tour attractions. The average temperature in in march in Beijing is around 6 centigrade and 9 centigrade in Shanghai.
Dear Jay,
The average temperature in March is around -1℃ to 11℃ in Beijing. It may be a not good time for senior visitors. The best time for travelling in Beijing is from April to October.
As a travel agency in China, we dedicated to tailor made unique China trip for tourists from all over the world. i am glad to help you about your family's China trip with professional English-speaking tour guides. Please feel free contact me at nancy@chinahighlights.com if you need any help.
Nancy
Hi Dee,
Most of the shops will sell winter cothes in December, but there would be some discount summer clothes on sell that time.
If any tour in Beijing, just let me know.
Regards,
Coco
Hi Cynthia,
Thank you for your inquiry.
The weather in Beijing on February is quite chilly (based on the former data, the temperature is between -6°C to 5°C), please avoid long outdoor activity. There is heating system in almost every building, so please do not worry about the indoor temperature.
For the clothing, warm clothes, sweater, glove, hat and mask is needed. Please take care your children, take some daily medicine, just in case. ;-)
You are welcomed to visit our China Travel Tools page for more information: http://www.chinahighlights.com/travelguide/travel-tools/
Hope it helps.
Please feel free to contact us for further information of your China trip.
Wish you a nice journey!
hi,this is sammi. I had sent you a tentative itineary for your Beijing tour to your eamil. Please check.
Hello. You can view detailed information about Beijing weather in April on this page http://www.chinahighlights.com/beijing/weather/april.htm
Hi Mitch,
It does not snow today, but the average temperature is about -5 degree. It is very cold, warm clothes are needed.
If anything help about your Beijing trip, just let me know.
Regards,
Coco
Hi Kathy,
It does not snow today, but the average temperature is about -5 degree. It is very cold, warm clothes are needed.
Regards,
Coco
Happy New Year, Fida,
Thanks for your inquiry.
Since your Beijing trip is during the Chinese New Year period, some of those shops might be close. I have called some shops and ask for their plan, some shops will still open, but they will close earlier than usual.
Hope it helps.
Wish you a nice day!
