Beijing Climate
Four seasons in Beijing
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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. Beijing weather in summer calls for cool clothes because the temperature in summer ranges between 30 and 39 centigrade, . 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 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. Beijing stages both international and domestic folk activities. 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. The hottest month in Beijing 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. |
| Average Data | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June |
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Average High ( F) | 33/36 | 38/42 | 50/54 | 67/70 | 78/82 | 86/89 |
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| Average High (C) | 1/3 | 3/5 | 10/12 | 19/21 | 26/28 | 30/32 |
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| Average Low (F) | 13/17 | 18/21 | 29/33 | 43/46 | 54/58 | 63/67 |
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| Average Low (C) | -10/-8 | -8/-6 | -2/0 | 6/8 | 12/14 | 17/19 |
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| Max (F) | 54 | 64 | 82 | 90 | 99 | 104 |
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| Max (C) | 12.2 | 17.8 | 27.8 | 32.2 | 37.2 | 40.0 |
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| Min (F) | 1 | 5 | 19 | 30 | 39 | 48 |
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| Min (C) | -17.2 | -15 | -7.2 | -1.1 | 3.9 | 8.9 |
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| 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 |
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| Rain (mm) | <5 | 5/10 | 5/10 | 20/25 | 35/40 | 75/80 |
| Average Data | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average High (F) | 87/90 | 84/88 | 77/81 | 66/69 | 49/52 | 36/40 |
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| Average High (C) | 30/32 | 29/31 | 25/27 | 19/21 | 9/11 | 2/4 |
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| Average Low (F) | 69/73 | 67/71 | 56/60 | 43/46 | 29/33 | 18/21 |
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| Average Low (C) | 21/23 | 20/22 | 13/15 | 6/8 | -2/0 | -8/-6 |
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| Max (F) | 104 | 107 | 92 | 84 | 75 | 66 |
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| Max (C) | 40.0 | 41.7 | 33.3 | 28.9 | 23.9 | 18.9 |
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| Min (F) | 63 | 54 | 36 | 28 | 10 | 6 |
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| Min (C) | 17.2 | 12.2 | 2.2 | -2.2 | -12.2 | -14.4 |
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| Rain (in) | 8.0/8.1 | 7.1/7.2 | <0.1 | 0.6/0.7 | 0.3/0.4 | 0.1/0.2 |
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| Rain (mm) | 205/210 | 180/185 | <5 | 15/20 | 5/10 | <5 |
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Q & A on Beijing Climate
1.
Mar. 15,2010 00:46 Reply
Ms.Wong(Malaysia) said:
Im going to beijing on 13th May. Is the weather became warm? Do i need to bring jacket?
Mar. 16,2010 04:39
Ms.KAYE(China) replied:
Hi Ms Wong:
You needn't bring jacket any more, T-shirt is available.
2.
Mar. 10,2010 21:25 Reply
Ms.helen(malaysia) said:
I am going To Xian 26 March 2010 ~ April. How is the weather? I presume winter clothing is not neccessary. however I will bring my jacket, gloves & scarf- wearing jeans. You think is ok or not? Need to bring raincoat & umbrella? please advise
Mar. 10,2010 23:16
Ms.Gina(China) replied:
It is getting warmer gradually. Winter clothes is not necessary, such as gloves and scarf. The rain in spring is not so heavy that you needn't bring umbrella.
Mar. 14,2010 21:34
Ms.Helen(malaysia) replied:
Ms Gina,
Thanks! I presume normal sports attire & jacket is sufficient.
3.
Mar. 13,2010 08:07 Reply
Ms.Tee(Singapore) said:
hi, I am going to Beijing on 17/Mar - 22/Mar. Will there be snowing during this period?
Mar. 14,2010 21:21
Mr.Mike replied:
No snow any more, but the temperature is low which is just 6~10C at daytime.
4.
Mar. 13,2010 09:57 Reply
Ms.Rozita(Malaysia) said:
Hi, i am going to Beijing end of March 2010. How's the weather at that time and what kind of clothing should i prepare? Thank you
Mar. 14,2010 21:21
Mr.Mike replied:
Seems you will come to Beijing almost at the same with Mrs.Elenita Bayron, so please refer to my reply to her below.
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Mar. 13,2010 13:11 Reply
Mrs.Elenita Bayron(Belgium) said:
My husband and me visit Beijing arpil 2 till 10 april what is the climate aproximately in this month? about the money.. euro accepted?.. its necessary to have dollars?. anybody can give us hint? will be greatful thanks in advance
Mar. 14,2010 21:17
Mr.Mike replied:
It will be the warm spring in Beijing that the temperature could keep around 10~15C at daytime. You should be aware of the temperature difference on early morning and late night, so please prepare windproof jacket. Before leaving, please exchange some Chinese RMB which is widely accept in Beijing.