Xi'an Weather in July

Season: Summer

In short: 

1. Xi’an is in the hot rainy season this month, and the daily high temperature may reach 40°C (104°F). 

2. Though the weather is not comfortable, there are still endless visitors coming to Xi’an since July is the time of the summer vacation in China.
 

The average temperature in Xi’an in July is roughly 21 - 31 degrees Celsius (70 - 88 degrees Fahrenheit), but this does not mean that Xi’an is not hot at this time. In fact, Xi’an is one of the 'stove cities' in China with an extremely hot July: On sunny days, the daily maximum temperature is always above 35°C (95°F), sometimes even approaching 40°C (104°F), especially in the second half month; on days with rain, it may be cooler, with the maximum temperature hovering around 25 - 29°C (77 - 84°F), but sometimes the high still stays between 30 - 35°C (86 - 95°F), when you may feel even more sultry than on sunny days. As for the daily low temperature, it is relatively stable and mild, and hovers at around 20 - 25°C (68 - 77°F) most of the time. 
 

In conclusion, in July, Xi’an is hot most of the time, and consecutive high-temperature days exist.

Hot July with Strong Sunshine

In July, you will see relatively frequent rainy days on the weather forecast of Xi'an, as it steps into the rainy season. It gets the year-round highest rainfall of about 99 mm scattered in around 10 days on average. Besides, Xi’an sees more moderate or heavy rain this month, which will bring inconvenience for your outdoor visits. The good side is that the rain usually does not last long. So, if you wake up to find that it’s raining heavily, you can just adjust the outdoor visit that was scheduled for the morning to the afternoon, when the rain will probably have stopped, and go to the indoor attractions on the rainy morning. It is comparatively wet with an average humidity of about 71 %.
 

It’s worth noting that frequent rainfall, on the other hand, brings cleaner skies and better air quality. On sunny days after rain, you can expect extremely blue skies.
 

The only thing that may be conducive to traveling in Xi’an in terms of July weather is the longer day lengths. On average, the length of the day is around 14 hours this month. So, even if you take a break at the hottest 12:00-14:00 of the day, you can still get enough time to travel around: after all, Xi’an has lively morning markets as well as rich nightlife. The sunshine hours are also relatively long at an average of 7 per day, which on the one hand means that you have enough sunny moments for sightseeing, but on the other hand brings extremely strong UV rays, which can even lead to sunburns if you don’t take proper protection measures.

As mentioned above, in July, Xi’an weather is not very favorable for outdoor visiting. Besides, in China, summer vacation usually starts this month, and many students arrive at Xi’an and have a long-term trip. As a result, if you visit Xi’an this month, you may experience the following situations:
 

If you insist on visiting Xi’an in July, 2026, read on to help make the trip easier: 

 Clothes: The most important dress code for Xi’an in July is: wear thin and breathable clothes. For example, it is recommended that you carry cotton or linen dresses, skirts, shorts, T-shirts, half-sleeve shirts, and tank tops. Considering that some indoor places and public transportation may have strong air-conditioning systems, you can prepare thin long-sleeved jackets like sun-protection jackets. 
 

 Shoes: Cool, comfortable, and waterproof water shoes may be a good choice for you in rainy and hot July. Lightweight and breathable sneakers are also OK, but you may need to bring waterproof shoe covers.
 

 Others: 

(1) The climate of Xi’an is quite changeable and a bit unpredictable in this rainy season, so rain gear, like umbrellas and raincoats, is essential. Alternatively, a parasol that protects you from both rain and sun is a good choice.

(2) Sunhats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and other sun protection items are quite necessary.

(3) Mosquitoes may be around this month, so it is recommended to have mosquito repellent on hand.

(4) On sunny days, bring a portable water bottle so as to drink water more often to prevent sunstroke.

1. Keep an eye on the weather forecast during your trip. On light rainy days, you can still travel according to the plan. However, if there are heavy rainy days, you are advised to adjust your itinerary in time. The easiest way is to swap your itinerary that includes more indoor attractions on your subsequent plan with the original itinerary for the day when rain is forecasted.

2. Book air tickets and hotels in advance to ensure that you won’t spend too much on your Xi’an trip in this peak tourism season.

3. Visit the outdoor attractions like the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, the Bell Tower, and the City Wall in the morning, late afternoon or at night, when the weather is cooler. During these times, you may also encounter locals practicing Tai Chi Sword and Tai Chi Kung Fu Fan by accident!

Beautiful Bell Tower at Night

4. At noon and in the early afternoon, indoor attractions with air conditioners, such as the Shaanxi History Museum, are good choices. If you fail to make a reservation for an indoor attraction, it’s recommended that you stay at a restaurant or your hotel to escape from the heat.

5. The Terracotta Army is quite popular, and the number of tourists will be particularly high, so it is recommended that you either arrive before 8:00, i.e., half an hour before the doors open, or around 15:00, i.e., two hours before it closes, to avoid the biggest flows. But remember to keep an eye on the official information, since it may extend the opening hours to receive more visitors in such a peak season.

Terracotta Army Full of Visitors

6. In the crowded July, the quickest and easiest way to get to your destinations is to take the subway, since buses and taxis may get stuck in traffic.