Best Time to Visit Beijing, Beijing, China
Beijing is at its sunniest and driest in April–September.
The best time to visit Beijing for sunny, dry weather is April–May and September — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from -3.5°C / 25.7°F in January to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in July, with rainfall from 4 mm / 0.2 in (January) to 205 mm / 8.1 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Beijing, Beijing, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Beijing's climate is broadly strongly continental. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 14.4°C57.9°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 20.1°C68.2°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| September | 20.3°C68.5°F | 45 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
The best time to visit Beijing for sunny, dry weather is April, May, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is January with about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Beijing's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Beijing?
The rainy season at Beijing, Beijing runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 17 mm / 0.7 in. The wettest single month is July (205 mm / 8.1 in).
What is the driest month in Beijing?
The driest month in Beijing is January, averaging about 4 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -3.5°C / 25.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Beijing?
The least comfortable months for travel to Beijing — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, June, July, August, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 205 mm / 8.1 in in July, and the coldest month averages -3.5°C / 25.7°F.
Is Beijing climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Beijing figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our China figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Beijing specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.