Best Time to Visit Dalian, Liaoning, China
Dalian is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Dalian for sunny, dry weather is May and October — 2 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 24.9°C / 76.8°F in August, with rainfall from 7 mm / 0.3 in (February) to 166 mm / 6.5 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dalian, Liaoning, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Dalian'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 16.8°C62.2°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 14.3°C57.7°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dalian?
The best time to visit Dalian for sunny, dry weather is May, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 24.9°C / 76.8°F, and the driest is February with about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Dalian's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Dalian?
The rainy season at Dalian, Liaoning runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 33 mm / 1.3 in. The wettest single month is July (166 mm / 6.5 in).
What is the driest month in Dalian?
The driest month in Dalian is February, averaging about 7 mm / 0.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages -1.5°C / 29.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Dalian?
The least comfortable months for travel to Dalian — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 166 mm / 6.5 in in July, and the coldest month averages -3.5°C / 25.7°F.
Is Dalian climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Dalian 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 Dalian specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.