Best time to visit China

Q: When is the best time to visit China?

The best time to visit China (Beijing) is May based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in China?

The hottest time of year in Beijing, China is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in China?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Beijing, China with 152mm on average. There are normally 14 days in July with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in China?

The sunniest time of year in Beijing, China is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 66% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit China?

The best time to visit China (Beijing) is May based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in China?

The hottest time of year in Beijing, China is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in China?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Beijing, China with 152mm on average. There are normally 14 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in China?

The sunniest time of year in Beijing, China is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 66% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.