Best time to visit China

Are you looking to travel to China and want to find out when the best times to visit are? You’re in the right place! The perfect time to visit China is May due to the excellent weather conditions, and you might even find that the cost of flights and accommodation are lower than if you travel during the peak holiday seasons.

In summer, temperatures can reach as high 37℃ (98℉) in the middle of the day in Beijing. The coldest it usually gets in winter-time in Beijing is around -12℃ (11℉). Temperatures can often differ in other locations in China, so be sure to continue reading if you plan on visiting elsewhere.

The days are longest in China in May, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. On average it rains the most days in July, making it the wettest month of the year. Although it’s the wet season, it can often rain a little bit during the day or evening but have fine weather for a majority of the day too, so don’t let this put you off.

Continue reading to find out about when to visit China, including the climate, seasonal info, FAQs and more for loads of the top places you NEED to explore, as well as all the best tools to help you plan and book your next vacation.