Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, June, April
January, February, July, August, November, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
Good For
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Pingyao?
The best time to visit Pingyao for backpacking is May, June, April, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs. If you're planning your trip around this period, it can be helpful to explore where to stay and what to do in advance.
Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Pingyao due to better weather and lower costs.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Pingyao
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -4° | 3 |
February | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 0° | 6 |
March | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 11 |
April | 90Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 27 |
May | 98Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 34 |
June | 93Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 52 |
July | 81Excellent Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 24° | 121 |
August | 81Excellent Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 103 |
September | 90Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 17° | 68 |
October | 78Good Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 11° | 34 |
November | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 4° | 15 |
December | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -2° | 4 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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