Best Time to Visit Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
Xi'an is at its sunniest and driest in April.
The best time to visit Xi'an for sunny, dry weather is April — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and November–April; the wetter half falls in May and July–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 0.4°C / 32.7°F in January to 26.5°C / 79.7°F in July, with rainfall from 9 mm / 0.4 in (January) to 106 mm / 4.2 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Xi'an, Shaanxi, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Xi'an's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. 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 | 15°C59°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Xi'an?
The best time to visit Xi'an for sunny, dry weather is April. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 26.5°C / 79.7°F, and the driest is January with about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Xi'an's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Xi'an?
The rainy season at Xi'an, Shaanxi runs through May and July–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 61 mm / 2.4 in. The wettest single month is July (106 mm / 4.2 in).
What is the driest month in Xi'an?
The driest month in Xi'an is January, averaging about 9 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 0.4°C / 32.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Xi'an?
The least comfortable months for travel to Xi'an — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, July, August, September, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 106 mm / 4.2 in in July, and the coldest month averages 0.4°C / 32.7°F.
Is Xi'an climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Xi'an 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 Xi'an specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.