Beijing Climate - Best Time to Visit

Beihai Park in summer
Beihai Park in Summer
The four seasons in Beijing are demarcated with a long hot summer, long chilly winter, and shorter spring and autumn. The hottest month is July and the coldest is January. Considering the frequent sandstorms in spring, September and October with their pleasant weather are considered the best visiting times.

To visit Beijing in spring or autumn, bring lightweight clothing such as long-sleeved shirts or T-shirts, plus one or two jackets and sweaters. The temperature in summer ranges between 30 and 39 centigrade, calling for summer clothes.

A winter journey to Beijing may be a shock to visitors from tropical countries. Enjoying the snow scene on West Hill, skating in Beihai Park,  followed by a steaming hotpot with mutton slices will drive out the chills. Be sure to bring winter clothes, including

Beijing Great Wall in autumn
Beijing Great Wall in Autumn
wool sweaters and down coats.

Spring is rainy season in Beijing, with some rain in summer and between summer and autumn. Rainstorms may happen without warning in the afternoon of sunny days. Sometimes even weather forecasters can predict a shower only one or two hours ahead. Heavy rain may block traffic; inconveniencing everyone. Remember to pack a raincoat or umbrella.

Beautiful Beijing presents different features for its clear distinction of four seasons. To have a better understanding about the characteristics of different seasons will bring tourists different fresh feeling by enjoying the special tour of four seasons.

Beijing stages both international and domestic folk activities.

Snow covered Forbidden City
Snow Covered Forbidden City
The most remarkable ones are the Temple Fairs during Chinese Lunar New Year when people perform traditional national art forms such as the dragon dance, lion dance, acrobatics and martial art.

Detailed information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Beijing.

Average Data Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
Average High (F) 33/36 38/42 50/54 67/70 78/82 86/89
Average High (C) 1/3 3/5 10/12 19/21 26/28 30/32
Average Low (F) 13/17 18/21 29/33 43/46 54/58 63/67
Average Low (C) -10/-8 -8/-6 -2/0 6/8 12/14 17/19
Max (F) 54 64 82 90 99 104
Max (C) 12.2 17.8 27.8 32.2 37.2 40.0
Min (F) 1 5 19 30 39 48
Min (C) -17.2 -15 -7.2 -1.1 3.9 8.9
Rain (in) 0.1/0.2 0.2/0.3 0.3/0.4 0.8/0.9 1.4/1.5 2.9/3
Rain (mm) <5 5/10 5/10 20/25 35/40 75/80

Average Data July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average High (F) 87/90 84/88 77/81 66/69 49/52 36/40
Average High (C) 30/32 29/31 25/27 19/21 9/11 2/4
Average Low (F) 69/73 67/71 56/60 43/46 29/33 18/21
Average Low (C) 21/23 20/22 13/15 6/8 -2/0 -8/-6
Max (F) 104 107 92 84 75 66
Max (C) 40.0 41.7 33.3 28.9 23.9 18.9
Min (F) 63 54 36 28 10 6
Min (C) 17.2 12.2 2.2 -2.2 -12.2 -14.4
Rain (in) 8.0/8.1 7.1/7.2 <0.1 0.6/0.7 0.3/0.4 0.1/0.2
Rain (mm) 205/210 180/185 <5 15/20 5/10 <5

Travelers' Voices on Beijing Climate

1.

Nov. 6,2009 23:49 Reply

Mr.Norman(France) said:

I heard that there will be snow next week in Beijing. Is that true?

Nov. 7,2009 00:58
Mrs.Watson replied:

News has reported that.

2.

Nov. 5,2009 01:01 Reply

Ms.Shima(Singapore e) said:

Hi,
I'll visit Beijing,fr 5-12Dec. I would like to know what things you recommend me to buy at reasonable price? For Silk material, how much does it cost? For sweaters will it be alright to buy so that I no need to bring along more from my homeland. Thanks

3.

Nov. 4,2009 13:58 Reply

Mrs.diana(brunei) said:

Im go to beijing this december on 23-28 dec 2009.Would it be a sale in China?Is it will be cold at that time. and Can you suggest what kind of clothes i have to bring?what about the snow?. What the weather at this time?

Nov. 4,2009 20:51
Ms.Cassie replied:

Hi:
It is very cold in winter. You could bring overcoat, down jacket and scarf to protect coldness. I am not certain of snow falling. Do you mean a sale in the shopping mall? Maybe it will.

4.

Nov. 3,2009 21:15 Reply

Mrs.Nurul(Malaysia) said:

Hello,

I'll visit Beijing on 2nd - 6th Dec 09 with my husband and 3 childs ages from 9 yrs - 13 yrs. Is it ok for me if i wear boot & down jacket (leather) during that cold time? I also bring warm clothes. Your advice are highly appreciated. Thanks.

Nov. 3,2009 23:39
Ms.Rita replied:

Mrs.Nurul:
Down jacket and boot will help you protect against the bitter coldness. A scarf and gloves are also needed. Please pay more attention to your children.

5.

Nov. 3,2009 20:19 Reply

Ms.Leony(Singapore) said:

hi Guys,

I have plan to go Beijing on 12 - 22 February 2010. Anyone can help to inform me the weather there. Will it be snowing during that time? if not? can suggest me what is the best time to enjoy snowing in Beijing.

Many thanks!

6.

Nov. 2,2009 06:00 Reply

Mrs.Yhuong(Vietnam) said:

Hi,

i am going to visit Bejing from 6th -10th Nov, so how is the wheather at that time.

Thanks,
YHUONG

Nov. 3,2009 19:55
Mr.Leo replied:

Beijing has its first snow of this year already, so the weather is very cold now that you need a down jacket and warm shoes at outside. Anyway, keep you as warm as possible.

7.

Nov. 2,2009 23:39 Reply

Ms.Awong(Hong kong) said:

could you tell me what clothes should I bring to Beijing as I will be travelling 13-16 Nov, next week. Do I need a down jacket and sweater?? Just heard Beijing had a snow storm few days ago. Thank you

Nov. 3,2009 00:21
Ms.Helen replied:

Ms.Awong
Last Sunday it snowed and it is very cold now. Sweater and woolen coat will be right.

8.

Oct. 20,2009 09:11 Reply

Mr.Bob(Singapore) said:

Hi, I'm travelling end of Oct to Beijing without tour package. I have a 2 year old son. what kind of clothes should I prepare for my son? should i bring scaf, gloves and thermal wear?

I will reach Beijing airport 7am and need to travel to hotel near Tiananmen square. Will there be morning traffic jam and should i wait till off peak hours in airport to take a cab?

It is better to buy individual tour package like great wall, summer palace from beijing hotels or just take a cab and go there to buy tickets?

Oct. 21,2009 02:33
Mr.kim replied:

1. It will be cold at the end of October; you should bring scarf, gloves and thermal wear for your son.
2. Usually, there will be no traffic jam from airport to city center, you could take taxi or airport express.
3. I suggest you find a legal travel agency to arrange the tour for you, which should be convenient and economical.

Nov. 2,2009 22:55
Mrs.chan(malaysia) replied:

How is your trip to beijing. we are going on 26 nov- 2 dec. with children.

9.

Nov. 2,2009 13:54 Reply

Ms.Gemma(Philippines) said:

Hi! my husband and I will be going to beijing this comong November 24 to 28, 2009. What type of clothes do we need to bring? Also, my brother-in-law & his office mates are also scheduled to visit beijing on Nov. 20 to 24. Do they need to bring winter clothes. What is the projected temperature during these days (Nov. 20 to 28, 2009).

Thanks

Gemma (Phils.)

Nov. 2,2009 20:28
Ms.Dora replied:

Ms.Gemma
You should bring your winter clothes to keep warm. The temperature will be 0℃ to 10℃.

10.

Oct. 31,2009 05:04 Reply

Mrs.kel(Japan ) said:

Hello,
I will visit Beijing in december, from 1st to 5th day, I would like to know if the wether is going to
be good to visit The Great Wall. Is the weather going to be freezing on early december?
Tkans so much for the help.

Nov. 1,2009 20:57
Mr.Eric replied:

Hi, Ms.kel, it will be very cold in early December, please wear warm clothes.

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