China
China: 6 destinations compared, each with its best travel window, typical daytime highs and budget level.
Best time to visit China
The best time to visit China is March–May, September–November, when at least 3 of its 6 destinations here are in season.
In season · Typical daytime high
- Jan0/63–13°C
- Feb0/66–15°C
- Mar3/615–20°C
- Apr6/619–23°C
- May6/623–28°C
- Jun0/627–33°C
- Jul0/630–33°C
- Aug0/630–32°C
- Sep6/626–31°C
- Oct6/618–25°C
- Nov3/610–21°C
- Dec0/63–15°C
| Destination | Best time | Budget |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing & the Great Wall | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | $$ Middling |
| Chengdu & the panda sanctuary | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | $ Goes far |
| Guilin & the Li River | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | $$ Middling |
| Shanghai | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | $$ Middling |
| Xi'an & the Terracotta Army | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | $ Goes far |
| Zhangjiajie & the Avatar mountains | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | $ Goes far |
Asia
- Beijing & the Great WallChina
- Chengdu & the panda sanctuaryChina
- Guilin & the Li RiverChina
- ShanghaiChina
- Xi'an & the Terracotta ArmyChina
- Zhangjiajie & the Avatar mountainsChina
Common questions
When is the best time to visit China?
The best time to visit China is March–May, September–November, when at least 3 of its 6 destinations here are in season.