Datong Weather in July

Season: high summer
 Average temperature: 15 - 29℃ (59 - 84℉)

July’s the hottest month of a year. On sunny days, the high temperature often exceeds 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). However, it only lasts for several hours around the noon, and the shade with continuous cool breeze serves as a good place to escape from the heat. With good sun protection measures, people will not even sweat, let alone experience heatstroke. 

In the early morning and evening, the temperature remains 24 - 29℃ (75.2 - 84.2℉), approximately equivalent to the high temperature on rainy days, when you feel pleasantly cool. Air conditioning is rarely used this time.
It’s also the rainiest month of a year, with a total rainfall of 134 mm (5.3 in). About half of the month sees some rain, but showers are common, which means that the rainfall doesn’t annoyingly last for a long period each time. So, the travel is hardly affected. Only on thunderstorm days is it not advised to visit mountainous attractions for security reasons. What’s more, the high temperature often drops to a cool value after rain. The weather forecast cannot always accurately predict the weather conditions of Datong in July, so don’t be afraid to see consecutive rainy days when checking in advance.

The air humidity reaches the top of the year, 66% on average. Although it’s not low, people hardly feel sticky due to the blowing light winds.
 The daylight length is over 14 hours from the sunrise at 5:01 - 5:23 to the sunset at 19:41 - 19:59, offering enough time for tourists to travel around. The sunshine duration is 8 hours per day in July in Datong, although the completely sunny climate only accounts for half of the month. UV index is also at a high level, so visitors need to be careful not to get sunburned.
  Clothes:
Summer clothes like T-shirt, shorts, and summer dress are advised. Meanwhile, carry a sun protection jacket, which can not only resist against strong UV rays, but also help keep comfortable in the face of relatively low temperatures in the early morning and evening as well as in rainy conditions. If you are sensitive to cold, pack light pants in your suitcase.

 Shoes: 
Breathable casual shoes are the best choice. Sandals are only suitable for downtown sightseeing during the day. It’s a little cold to wear them when going out after nightfall and not suitable for mountainous attractions like Yungang Grottoes.

 Items:
Sunglasses, sun hat, and sunscreen need to be carried. Parasol is also advised, for both rainy and sunny conditions.
 1. Amazing rape flower field at Datong Volcano Group Geopark can be an extra reward for visitors coming to Datong in July 2026.

2. If you prefer going out in the cool evening, it’s a good choice to appreciate the night view on the ancient city wall. 

3. It belongs to the high travel season brought by the domestic summer vacation. You need to book a hotel and flight early. Some attractions, like Hanging Monastery, also need a prior reservation; it’s so hard to get one on site. Meanwhile, get ready to queue up for a long time at popular destinations including Yungang Grottoes, Wooden Pagoda in Yingxian County, and Mt. Hengshan.

4. Some homestays in Datong are not equipped with air conditioning. If you require one, be sure to confirm with the staff before booking, or choose a chain hotel directly.

5. If you hate the heat, avoid conducting outdoor sightseeing during the hottest period from 12 pm to 4 pm. You can set off early and go back to the hotel for a rest after lunch. When it cools down, go out again to continue visiting. Alternatively, it’s cool inside the buildings of many attractions, such as Huayan Monastery and Shanhua Temple. You can arrange them in the early afternoon