City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
April, May, October
January, February, June, July, August, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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Planning a city trip to Beijing?
The best time to visit Beijing for a city trip is April, May, October, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Beijing
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 48Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -3° | 2 |
February | 48Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 1° | 4 |
March | 53Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 7° | 7 |
April | 99Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 21 |
May | 97Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 21° | 35 |
June | 62Suboptimal Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 70 |
July | 35Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 27° | 144 |
August | 52Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 26° | 108 |
September | 92Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 49 |
October | 94Excellent Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 14° | 25 |
November | 48Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 6° | 8 |
December | 48Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | -1° | 2 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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