Located in the most northeasterly region of China and influenced by continental climate conditions, Harbin has four distinct seasons with long cold winter and short cool summer. In winter, the temperature can drop to -14.2C (6.4F) on average while it is just 20.8C (69.4F) on average in summer. The city can be visited at any time, especially from July to September and from December to January.

With little rainfall, the temperature of Harbin in spring (March-May) is changeable from month to month. Summer, from June to August has plenty of rainfall, and as such Harbin is not as hot as the other cities of inland China. The measurable highest temperature is just 22.3C (72F) on average, which occurs in July. So, it is the best time for you to visit here and escape the hot summer. During the transition from summer to winter, autumn (September to October) in Harbin has little rainfall and a fluctuating temperature; it is also windy. Harbin in winter (November to February) is the coldest city of China, yet it is also one of the most attractive. The beautiful and startling snowy scenery will satisfy your desire with no doubt. Though it is cold, the winter of Harbin is also recommended.

Festivals

Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival
Starting from December and lasting for one month, the Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival is listed in one of the world four ice and snow festivals. During the festival, visitors can not only enjoy the beautiful snowy scenery, but also participate in a sort of sports on ice. Among them, the annual winter swimming draws a good many visitors. The highlight of the festival is the ice lantern and snow sculpture exhibition.

Harbin Summer Music Concert
The Harbin summer Music Concert has become a traditional event of Harbin from 1961 and attains a high reputation for Harbin. A large number of visitors from both home and abroad are attracted by this world famous pageant held once every two years. During the concerts, from the 6th to the 15th, August, a variety of colorful performances can be enjoyed.

Harbin International Fair for Trade and Economic Cooperation
The annual Harbin International Fair for Trade and Economic Cooperation has been successfully held seventeen times in Harbin from the 15th to 21st, June. The economic development of Heilongjiang Province and the surrounding provinces of northwest China is promoted enormously by this renowned international fair.