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Beijing Weather in April

Season: Spring
In short: warm, sunny, relatively windy

Temperature

Pleasant spring comes to Beijing in April, when the weather finally starts to warm up steadily. On average, the temperature ranges from 8 - 20 degrees Celsius (46 - 68 degrees Fahrenheit), and on some sunny afternoon, it may reach about 26 or 27℃ (79/ 81℉). It is important to note that there is a big difference between day and night temperatures, so add clothes in time for nighttime travel.

Precipitation

The weather of Beijing in April is still dry, with only 4 rainy days on average. Most of the time, the rain is light and won’t last long, so it will not influence your travel much. However, the temperature drops on rainy days, so keep an eye on the weather forecast and put on more clothes when needed.

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

In April, the daylight length increases from about 12.5 hours at the beginning of the month to almost 14 hours at the end of the month. At the same time, the average sunshine hours per day exceed 8. Attractions such as the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and the Great Wall extend their opening hours. The UV index is relatively high at 6 on average, meaning that you need to take some necessary sun protection measures to avoid sunburn.

Tiananmen Square in Sunny April

Wind

In spring, Beijing may experience frequent winds at a relatively high speed. On April 12, 2025, fierce gales swept Beijing, and some attractions were closed temporarily as a result. Of course, this is a rare case, but it is still recommended that you keep a close eye on the weather forecast. In addition, the apparent temperature may be lower than usual when the wind is blowing.

As it is dry, winds may cause dusty weather sometimes.

Averages for Beijing Weather in April

Temperature: 14°C / 57°F

High Temperature: 20°C / 68°F

Low Temperature: 8°C / 46°F

Humidity: 46%

Rainfall: 21 mm

Rainy Days: 4 days

Sunrise: 05:16 ~ 05:59

Sunset: 18:38 ~ 19:08

Air Quality in April
Average AQI:66

Is April a Good Month to Visit Beijing?

Yes, April is a nice month to visit Beijing. Except for the winds, all weather conditions are good: the sky is clear most of the time, the temperature is mild and comfortable, and the daylight hours are long. As for the natural landscape, various flowers are in full bloom, and trees are gradually turning green. Also, in general, the number of tourists is not yet very large during this month.

Beautiful Great Wall in Spring

What to Bring for Beijing Trip in April

Clothes: During the day, a long-sleeved T-shirt plus a warm windproof jacket or a thin knitwear plus a trench coat will be more than enough. If you plan to go out for a visit early in the morning or go back to the hotel in late evening, you are advised to add a waistcoat between the shirt and the jacket or change the trench coat to a 3-in-1 jacket. In terms of the bottom, sweatpants and jeans are both OK for daytime, while long johns may be needed to add at nighttime.

Shoes: Relatively thick sneakers, walking shoes, and comfortable casual shoes are all good choices in warm April.

Other necessities:

1. It is always advisable to prepare masks in your bag. On the one hand, there may be dust in the air due to the windy and dry climate of Beijing in April; on the other hand, catkins may float in the air, especially in the afternoon.

2. Sunscreen is recommended to bring, which is useful on some sunny afternoons with intense sunlight.

3. You may feel dry during your stay, and you’d better bring moisturizing cream to prevent your skin from drying and a portable water bottle to stay hydrated.

4. For those who are allergic to pollen, remember to prepare some medicine in advance in addition to masks, since April is the time when various flowers bloom in Beijing.

What to Visit in Beijing in April

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From weather’s perspective, when you visit Beijing in April, you can explore various indoor or outdoor attractions because of the comfortable temperature and sunny climate: a hiking on the Great Wall will not make you feel cold or hot, besides, if the section you choose to visit is the Badaling Great Wall, or if you plan to take the S2 Train, you will also see a beautiful sea of pink mountain peach blossoms and apricot blossoms; the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, and Tiananmen Square can be seen in their spectacular and exquisite full glory in the bright sunshine; and the Hutongs offer a bright springtime scene as well as a bustling scene of local life. If your stay is short, be sure to mainly include these famous attractions in your itinerary, and here are some recommendations:

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If you have plenty of time, go on to enjoy the various flowers, including the cherry blossoms in Yuyuantan Park, peach blossoms and tulips in the Botanical Garden, peonies in Jingshan Park, and magnolias in Dajue Temple.

Forbidden City in April

Tips for Visiting Beijing in April

From April 3 to 5 in 2026, the Chinese people usually have a three-day off from work for Qingming Festival, and at the end of the month, the Chinese start to prepare for their May Day holiday. During these two periods, Beijing will welcome more tourists, and train and air tickets will be more difficult to book. If you plan to visit Beijing during the above periods, on the one hand, try to book your tickets and hotels in advance to make sure that your itinerary will not be disrupted; on the other hand, leave for your planned attractions early every day to avoid the most crowded moments as much as possible.

7-Day Beijing Weather Forecast

What is the temperature in Beijing in April?

High/Low Temperatures of Beijing in April

Air Quality of Beijing in April

Historical Beijing Weather in April

Apr	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Apr	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	17.1°C / 62.8°F	4.1°C / 39.4°F	05:59 / 18:38	40
2	13.8°C / 56.8°F	3.4°C / 38.1°F	05:57 / 18:40	56
3	18.9°C / 66°F	1.8°C / 35.2°F	05:56 / 18:41	36
4	20.5°C / 68.9°F	3.5°C / 38.3°F	05:54 / 18:42	28
5	18.1°C / 64.6°F	6.7°C / 44.1°F	05:52 / 18:43	28
6	17.4°C / 63.3°F	10.8°C / 51.4°F	05:51 / 18:44	42
7	19.8°C / 67.6°F	9.1°C / 48.4°F	05:49 / 18:45	25
8	19.6°C / 67.3°F	3.7°C / 38.7°F	05:48 / 18:46	18
9	25.8°C / 78.4°F	8.4°C / 47.1°F	05:46 / 18:47	22
10	22.5°C / 72.5F	11.4°C / 52.5°F	05:45 / 18:48	14
11	21°C / 69.8°F	7.4°C / 45.3°F	05:43 / 18:49	9
12	25.1°C / 77.2°F	8.2°C / 46.8°F	05:42 / 18:50	24
13	23.9°C / 75°F	11.3°C / 52.3°F	05:40 / 18:51	43
14	30.3°C / 86.5°F	11.2°C / 52.2°F	05:39 / 18:52	32
15	24.6°C / 76.3°F	16.2°C / 61.2°F	05:37 / 18:53	18
16	23.1°C / 73.6°F	9.1°C / 48.4°F	05:36 / 18:54	28
17	20.6°C / 69.1°F	15.6°C / 60.1°F	05:34 / 18:55	22
18	20.8°C / 69.4°F	11.6°C / 52.9°F	05:33 / 18:56	12
19	21.9°C / 71.4°F	7.5°C / 45.5°F	05:31 / 18:57	28
20	23.2°C / 73.8°F	10°C / 50°F	05:30 / 18:58	41
21	20.6°C / 69.1°F	10.9°C / 51.6°F	05:28 / 18:59	63
22	17.6°C / 63.7°F	7°C / 44.6°F	05:27 / 19:00	70
23	18.6°C / 65.5°F	8.7°C / 47.7°F	05:26 / 19:01	44
24	21.6°C / 70.9°F	7.4°C / 45.3°F	05:24 / 19:02	26
25	18.2°C / 64.8°F	11.1°C / 52°F	05:23 / 19:03	52
26	21.2°C / 70.2°F	9.8°C / 49.6°F	05:21 / 19:04	45
27	21°C / 69.8°F	7°C / 44.6°F	05:20 / 19:05	37
28	22.2°C / 72°F	11.8°C / 53.2°F	05:19 / 19:06	40
29	20.4°C / 68.7°F	13°C / 55.4°F	05:18 / 19:07	67
30	21°C / 69.8°F	12.9°C / 55.2°F	05:16 / 19:08	57

- Last updated on May. 26, 2025 by Demi Li -