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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Beijing has a continental with dry winters climate, classified as Dwa in the Köppen system. The warmest month is June with an average high of 32°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to -8°C. The annual temperature range of 40°C is typical of continental climates with distinct seasons.
The driest month is December with only 1 rain days and 3mm of precipitation. For travellers, December through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Beijing are April, May, October. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
32°C
June
Coldest Month
-8°C
January
Driest Month
1 days
December
Annual Range
40°C
-8° to 32°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2°C | -8°C | 1 | 8h | View |
| February | 6°C | -5°C | 1 | 9h | View |
| March | 13°C | 0°C | 2 | 10h | View |
| April | 21°C | 7°C | 4 | 10h | View |
| May | 28°C | 14°C | 5 | 11h | View |
| June | 32°C | 20°C | 8 | 11h | View |
| July | 32°C | 22°C | 13 | 10h | View |
| August | 30°C | 21°C | 11 | 10h | View |
| September | 26°C | 15°C | 7 | 10h | View |
| October | 19°C | 7°C | 5 | 9h | View |
| November | 10°C | -1°C | 2 | 8h | View |
| December | 3°C | -6°C | 1 | 8h | View |
January
1 rain days, 8h sun
February
1 rain days, 9h sun
March
2 rain days, 10h sun
April
4 rain days, 10h sun
May
5 rain days, 11h sun
June
8 rain days, 11h sun
July
13 rain days, 10h sun
August
11 rain days, 10h sun
September
7 rain days, 10h sun
October
5 rain days, 9h sun
November
2 rain days, 8h sun
December
1 rain days, 8h sun
Beijing in June
Data Sources for Beijing
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.