Beijing Capital International Airport Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Beijing Capital International Airport: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Beijing Capital International Airport 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° | 20° | 0,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 43° | 24° | 0,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 58° | 34° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 73° | 48° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 81° | 58° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 90° | 67° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 73° | 9,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 86° | 72° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 79° | 62° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 65° | 46° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 33° | 0,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 37° | 22° | 0,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Beijing Capital International Airport
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Beijing Capital International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Beijing Capital International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties | 16 mi | 57°F | +33°F warmer | 24 in |
| Forbidden City | 16 mi | 57°F | +33°F warmer | 24 in |
| The Great Wall | 24 mi | 52°F | 36°F cooler | 27 in |
| Great Wall of China | 24 mi | 52°F | 36°F cooler | 27 in |
Best time to visit Beijing Capital International Airport
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 Beijing Capital International Airport
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.1°F above the 86°F typical for this month.
A 57% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
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 85°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Beijing Capital International Airport is an airport in Beijing. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 88°F (31°C) in Beijing Capital International Airport with mainly clear. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 71°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 57%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.2/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Beijing Capital International Airport 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 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 20°F.
Nearby highlights include Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Forbidden City, The Great Wall and Great Wall of China.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 3.1°F above the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. family time is the strongest bet in Beijing Capital International Airport today at 7.7/10. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Beijing Capital International Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport is an airport in Beijing. Its coordinates are 40.0799, 116.6031. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Beijing Capital International Airport right now?
It is currently 88°F (31°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Beijing Capital International Airport?
April, May, June and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Beijing Capital International Airport, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Beijing Capital International Airport in?
Beijing Capital International Airport observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 3:42 AM.
What are the top things to do in Beijing Capital International Airport?
Popular options include Imperial Palaces of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Forbidden City, The Great Wall and Great Wall of China.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - 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 August 23, 2026 at 3:42 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
