Climate of Beijing, China
Area-weighted average across Beijing. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Beijing, a subdivision of China, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -6.2°C / 20.8°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in July, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 180 mm / 7.1 in depending on the season (524 mm / 20.6 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.2°C20.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
| February | -3°C26.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
| March | 3.6°C38.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | — |
| April | 12.2°C54°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| May | 18.1°C64.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 22.5°C72.5°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
| July | 24.4°C75.9°F | 180 mm7.1″ | — |
| August | 23°C73.4°F | 140 mm5.5″ | — |
| September | 18°C64.4°F | 46 mm1.8″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 11.3°C52.3°F | 15 mm0.6″ | — |
| November | 2.5°C36.5°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| December | -4°C24.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Beijing?
The best months to visit Beijing, China for sunny, dry weather are May, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 24.4°C / 75.9°F, and the driest is January with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Beijing?
Beijing, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -6.2°C / 20.8°F in January to 24.4°C / 75.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 524 mm / 20.6 in, with the wettest month being July (180 mm / 7.1 in) and the driest January (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Beijing?
The hottest month in Beijing is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.4°C / 75.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Beijing?
The coldest month in Beijing is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -6.2°C / 20.8°F.
When does it rain most in Beijing?
The wettest month in Beijing is July, averaging about 180 mm / 7.1 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.