China Weather Forecast
China weather: 85°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Air quality and pollen in China
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long. |
|---|---|
| Heat stress | The heat index is 96°F, higher than the air temperature because humidity is 77%. Sweat evaporates slowly, so drink before you feel thirsty and take shade breaks. |
| Pets | Pavement can be 20°C hotter than the air. Walk dogs early or late, never leave animals in cars, and carry water. |
| Older adults | Heat builds up slowly indoors. Check on anyone over 65 living alone and keep rooms ventilated. |
| Children | Small bodies overheat faster than adults. Shade, hats and frequent drinks; skip midday sport. |
| Air quality | Everyone may begin to feel effects; limit prolonged outdoor activity. |
Weather in China right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:07 PM, Aug 25 local time.
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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 85°F (30°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 2 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 1:07 PM.
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 August 25, 2026 at 1:07 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
