Beijing, Beijing Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Beijing get?

Beijing gets 544 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 64 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 80% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 173 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 89 days, to March 1, 2025.

Beijing weather by month

Beijing weather in January

In January, Beijing averages a high of 2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 75% of daylight hours. The January record high is 14°C (2002) and the record low is -18°C (1972).

Beijing weather in February

In February, Beijing averages a high of 6°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -16°C (1972).

Beijing weather in March

In March, Beijing averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The March record high is 29°C (2009) and the record low is -15°C (1971).

Beijing weather in April

In April, Beijing averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (1988) and the record low is -3°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Beijing weather in May

In May, Beijing averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2001) and the record low is 3°C (1976).

Beijing weather in June

In June, Beijing averages a high of 31°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2023) and the record low is 10°C (1997).

Beijing weather in July

In July, Beijing averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 173 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (1999) and the record low is 16°C (2004).

Beijing weather in August

In August, Beijing averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2020) and the record low is 12°C (1972).

Beijing weather in September

In September, Beijing averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2002) and the record low is 4°C (1980). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Beijing weather in October

In October, Beijing averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2006) and the record low is -3°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Beijing weather in November

In November, Beijing averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1970).

Beijing weather in December

In December, Beijing averages a high of 4°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 82% of daylight hours. The December record high is 19°C (1989) and the record low is -16°C (1971).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Beijing

December is the sunniest month in Beijing, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 60% of daylight hours. Beijing is sunnier than 90% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 75% and is lowest in April at 35%.

Beijing has about 30 days a year above 32°C. Beijing is hotter than 51% of China.

First and last freeze in Beijing

The first fall freeze in Beijing typically comes around November 7, and the last spring freeze around March 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 227 days.

Beijing weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Beijing station is 42°C, on July 24, 1999. The coldest is -18°C, on January 27, 1972.

The wettest day on record brought 263 mm of rain, on July 20, 2016.

50 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Beijing

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 21°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 8°C.

Beijing climate questions

How much rain does Beijing get?

Beijing gets 544 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 64 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Beijing?

July is the wettest month in Beijing, with 173 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Beijing have a year?

Beijing has about 64 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Beijing?

July is the warmest month in Beijing, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Beijing?

January is the coldest month in Beijing, with an average low of -7°C.

What is the record high temperature in Beijing?

The record high at the Beijing station is 42°C, set on July 24, 1999. The record low is -18°C, on January 27, 1972.

What is the sunniest month in Beijing?

December is the sunniest month in Beijing, with sunshine about 82% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Beijing?

The first fall freeze in Beijing typically comes around November 7. The last spring freeze is around March 25.

What is the best time to visit Beijing?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.