Monthly climate — Beijing
Long-term monthly averages. The best months to visit are marked with a star.
+2°
-8°
Jan
+6°
-5°
Feb
+14°
0°
Mar
+22°
+7°
⭐ Apr
+28°
+14°
⭐ May
+32°
+20°
Jun
+32°
+22°
Jul
+30°
+21°
Aug
+27°
+16°
⭐ Sep
+19°
+8°
Oct
+10°
-1°
Nov
+3°
-6°
Dec
Bar colour shows temperature:coldcoolcomfortablewarmhot⭐ — best months to visit
| Month | Day | Night | Rainfall | What to pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | +2° | -8° | 1.6949999999999998mm | ❄️ a warm coat, hat and non-slip shoes. |
| February | +6° | -5° | 6.274999999999999mm | 🧣 a warmer jacket. |
| March | +14° | 0° | 9.690000000000001mm | 🧥 a warm jacket. |
| ⭐ April | +22° | +7° | 18.885000000000012mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| ⭐ May | +28° | +14° | 33.330000000000005mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| June | +32° | +20° | 70.58499999999998mm | ☀️ water and sunscreen. |
| July | +32° | +22° | 182.35500000000005mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| August | +30° | +21° | 128.02499999999992mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| ⭐ September | +27° | +16° | 53.9mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| October | +19° | +8° | 28.815000000000005mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| November | +10° | -1° | 15.899999999999997mm | 🧥 a warm jacket. |
| December | +3° | -6° | 2.435000000000001mm | ❄️ a warm coat, hat and non-slip shoes. |
When to visitBeijing
Best months: April, May, September and October
Daytime high+19°…+28°
The most comfortable weather of the year — the best time for sightseeing and the outdoors.
Shoulder season: March, June, July and August
Daytime high+14°…+32°
Conditions are changeable but workable, with fewer crowds than peak season.
Harder months: January, February, November and December
Daytime high+2°…+10°
The most extreme weather of the year — plan activity for the cooler parts of the day.
In short:The most comfortable months to visit Beijing are April, May and September, with the most pleasant daytime temperatures and low rainfall. The hardest months for active outdoor travel are January, February and November.
Compared to the climate normal
Today’s high
+27°
Normal for this month
+32°
Deviation
-5° cooler than normal
Frequently asked questions — Beijing
What is the weather like in Beijing right now?
Right now it is +21° in Beijing. See the hourly forecast above for how it changes through the day.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
The best months to visit Beijing are April, May and September, when the weather is most comfortable and rainfall is low.
When is the rainy season in Beijing?
Rainfall in Beijing is concentrated in the wetter months; the monthly climate chart above shows when precipitation peaks across the year.
How hot does Beijing get in summer?
Summer is the hottest part of the year in Beijing. Plan outdoor activity for the morning or evening and stay hydrated during the midday heat.