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When is the Best Time to Explore China?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to explore China, you may find this information about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in China are typically August and July, whereas the coldest months are usually January and December. The months with the most rain are September and May, whereas January and February have the least.

Here's an overview on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 28°C and at night it is 10°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 77 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 35°C during the day and 19°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 243 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 36°C and the night-time average is 22°C. Average precipitation for this season is 277 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 29°C and 12°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 126 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in China is 724 mm.