Travel Planning
🇨🇳 China

Best Time to Visit Beijing

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Beijing, China.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 September 21.4°C 56mm 99
#2 May 21.1°C 38mm 98
#3 June 25.4°C 74mm 93
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 51 Feb 58 Mar 71 Apr 86 May 98 Jun 93 Jul 70 Aug 88 Sep 99 Oct 84 Nov 67 Dec 54
Best Shoulder Avoid
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
14.5°C · 23mm/mo

Spring is mild and relatively dry.

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Summer
26.4°C · 116mm/mo

Summer is warm and wet.

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Autumn
13.6°C · 32mm/mo

Autumn is mild and relatively dry.

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Winter
-0.8°C · 4mm/mo

Winter is cold and relatively dry.

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Monthly Detail Pages

Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Beijing?
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By comfort score, September is the best month to visit Beijing (score: 99). Expect average temperatures of 21.4°C and 56mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Beijing?
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January sees the heaviest rainfall in Beijing (3mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Beijing like in summer?
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Summer in Beijing averages 26.4°C with 116mm of rain per month. Conditions are warm and pleasant.

04 What is Beijing like in winter?
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Winter averages -0.8°C with 4mm per month. Bring heavy winter clothing.

05 What should I pack for Beijing?
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Beijing?
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Peak season falls in September, May, June. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in August, April, October.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01