China Climate and Average Weather
Climate of China: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in China month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36° | 21° | 0,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 25° | 0,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 37° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 73° | 51° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 81° | 61° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 91° | 70° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 91° | 75° | 7,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 73° | 8,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 81° | 64° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 65° | 48° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 35° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 23° | 0,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in China
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
Climate by city in China
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Climate by national park in China
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Climate by attraction in China
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Climate by unesco world heritage site in China
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Climate by river in China
2 rivers mapped in this atlas
Best time to visit China
Go in April, May, June and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for China
Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 4.5°F above the 65°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 87°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
China is a country in Asia. China is a country in Asia with its capital at Beijing. It has a population of about 1.41 billion. The capital is Beijing.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in China with clear sky. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 52°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit China is April, May, June and September. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. June is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 21°F.
The closest major airport is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), about 16 mi away. Nearby highlights include Jiuzhaigou Valley, Forbidden City, Great Wall of China and Terracotta Army.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 4.5°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in China today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about China
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Coordinates | 39°54′15.1″N 116°24′26.6″E (39.9042, 116.4074) |
| Capital | Beijing |
| Population | 1.410.000.000 |
| Area | 3.705.406 sq mi |
| ISO code | CN |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CHN |
| Currency | Chinese yuan (CNY) |
| Languages | Mandarin Chinese |
| Calling code | +86 |
| Time zone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Local time | 10:38 AM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June and September |
| Climate | Continental |
Weather map for China
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Explore China
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
Climate for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is China?
China is a country in Asia. Its coordinates are 39.9042, 116.4074. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in China right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 46% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit China?
April, May, June and September offer the most comfortable conditions in China, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is China in?
China observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 10:38 AM.
How many people live in China?
China has a population of approximately 1.41 billion.
What is the nearest airport to China?
The closest airports are Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 16 mi away and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), 677 mi away.
What are the top things to do in China?
Popular options include Jiuzhaigou Valley, Forbidden City, Great Wall of China, Terracotta Army, Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties and Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor.
What places are in China?
China covers 7 places in this atlas, including Beijing, Jiuzhaigou Valley, Shanghai, Terracotta Army, Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor and Yangtze River.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 2, 2026 at 10:38 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
