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Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
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| Temp (°C) | 32° 12° | 29° 14° | 30° 15° | 28° 13° | 29° 14° | 33° 15° | 32° 16° |
| Precipitation | 2% | 4% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 6% |
| Humidity | 51% | 61% | 53% | 45% | 60% | 65% | 71% |
| Wind | 10 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 12 km/h | 9 km/h | 11 km/h | 9 km/h |
Best time to visit Beijing
The best times to visit Beijing are March to May and September to October, when temperatures suit walking and outdoor sightseeing, although dust or rain is possible. June to August is hot, humid and wet, with frequent heavy rain, flooding and repeated typhoon-remnant warnings; winter is cold and generally better suited to indoor sights.
JanuaryTemp (°C)-4°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours7Dry Days30
January is cold and dry, around -7°C to 2°C. Clear spells suit museums and palaces, while occasional snow can make exposed walks uncomfortable.
FebruaryTemp (°C)-2°Rain (mm)4Sun Hours7Dry Days25
February is wintry and dry, around -4°C to 4°C. Indoor sights are comfortable, while icy conditions can make lengthy Great Wall visits unpleasant.
MarchTemp (°C)6°Rain (mm)3Sun Hours9Dry Days26
March is cool, around -1°C to 11°C, with strong winds and possible desert dust that can obscure views. Layered clothing suits outdoor sightseeing on clear days.
AprilTemp (°C)15°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours11Dry Days24
April is mild, around 7°C to 20°C, with occasional dust storms and hazy skies. Clear days suit the Forbidden City, parks and the Great Wall.
MayTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)10Sun Hours11Dry Days24
May is warm and relatively dry, around 13°C to 27°C. The temperature suits walking between historic sights, parks and the Great Wall.
JuneTemp (°C)25°Rain (mm)29Sun Hours11Dry Days20
June is warm and humid, around 18°C to 30°C, with rain. It is hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
JulyTemp (°C)26°Rain (mm)52Sun Hours11Dry Days18
July is hot and humid, around 22°C to 31°C, with frequent heavy rain and flooding. It is peak typhoon-remnant season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
AugustTemp (°C)24°Rain (mm)43Sun Hours11Dry Days19
August is very hot and wet, around 19°C to 37°C, with torrential rain and flooding. It is peak typhoon-remnant season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
SeptemberTemp (°C)20°Rain (mm)25Sun Hours10Dry Days23
September is comfortable for walking, around 14°C to 26°C, with autumn sunshine and rain possible. It is hurricane season, and a storm can cancel flights and wreck the trip.
OctoberTemp (°C)13°Rain (mm)12Sun Hours7Dry Days25
October is mild and generally dry, around 7°C to 19°C, with clear weather for temples, parks and the Great Wall. Autumn foliage adds seasonal interest.
NovemberTemp (°C)5°Rain (mm)7Sun Hours7Dry Days27
November is crisp and dry, around 1°C to 10°C. Clear skies suit outdoor monuments and parks, while chilly mornings call for warm layers.
DecemberTemp (°C)-2°Rain (mm)1Sun Hours7Dry Days29
December is severely cold and dry, around -6°C to 3°C, with occasional snow. Museums suit the weather, while exposed sections of the Great Wall can feel bitterly cold.
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All-Inclusive Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall
Cost: From 93.1 USD · ★ 5.0 (4,040 reviews)
This day highlight tour will show you 3 most popular and must see attractions in Beijing, including Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City(Note: The Forbidden City closes every Monday. If your tour date lands on a Monday, we will visit Jingshan Hill instead, where you can enjoy a full bird’s-eye view of the Forbidden City.) and Mutianyu Great Wall. air-c
MuBus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Options(ENG/ESP/RUS)
Cost: From 25 USD · Duration: 9 hours · ★ 4.9 (3,034 reviews)
Why choose MuBus? ✔ Direct transportation between downtown Beijing and Mutianyu Great Wall ✔ Up to 5 hours of free exploration — plenty of time to hike, take photos, ride the cable car, or simply enjoy the scenery ✔ No forced shopping stops — your day is dedicated entirely to sightseeing ✔ Exclusive MuBus Visitor Center.Only MuBus guests enjoy:Free
Forbidden City Guided Group Tour with Entry Tickets|Multi‑Departs
Cost: From 22 USD · ★ 4.9 (2,166 reviews)
Embark on an unforgettable imperial tour with flexible daily departure times. You can choose to add Tian'anmen Square sightseeing or explore only the Forbidden City upon booking. This 2-3 hour excursion includes all entry tickets, letting you skip ticket procedures and focus purely on sightseeing. Led by seasoned guides with over 15 years of experi
Beijing Forbidden City Ticket Booking (Optional: guide service)
Cost: From 9 USD · ★ 4.8 (1,528 reviews)
Get your direct entry Forbidden City admission ticket to explore this impressive attraction during your Beijing trip. Discover the secrets that have been hidden since Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty (1420 to 1912). This city was constructed from 1406 to 1420. The city consists of 980 buildings! Have fun spending the day looking at price
Beijing Hutong Walking Food and Beer Tour at Hidden Restaurants
Cost: From 80 USD · Duration: 3.5 hours · ★ 5.0 (1,445 reviews)
Get off the beaten path and eat where the locals eat on a walking tour in the oldest neighborhood of Beijing! We only eat at local, family-run eateries that you (or any other tourist) would never find on your own. Try local Han, Mongol, and Muslim cuisines (plus more!) at Beijing’s most authentic restaurants. This top-rated walking food tour will e
Forbidden City&T-Square Small GroupTours w/ ticket(Eng/Esp Guide)
Cost: From 16 USD · Duration: 4.5 hours · ★ 4.9 (1,343 reviews)
Cover Beijing's Central Axis in one trip with in-depth narrations of 600 years of imperial history, the Palace Museum’s architecture and treasures.This intimate tour is designed to be a hassle-free and deeply cultural journey into China's imperial heart. Multiple tour packages offered with flexible schedules and multilingual guides. If Tiananmen Sq
Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English-Speaking Driver
Cost: From 98 USD · Duration: 8 hours · ★ 5.0 (1,083 reviews)
This private Great Wall trip with an English-speaking driver can make your trip easier and enjoyable. You will be not lonely as you can talk with the driver.Once you arrive the Great Wall,the driver will help you buy the tickets ,explain how to climb the Wall,where to wait for you. The entrance tickets and the shuttle bus ride between car parking a
Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Chairlift Up & Down or Toboggan Down
Cost: From 78 USD · ★ 5.0 (1,043 reviews)
Explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World on this unforgettable full-day group tour from Beijing. With a flexible duration of 6–9 hours, you’ll have plenty of time to fully enjoy the Great Wall at a relaxed pace. Your professional guide and driver will pick you up in the morning, and you’ll take a scenic journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Take
Brief
- Beijing is known for Peking duck, zhajiangmian noodles, jiaozi dumplings, lamb hotpot, and traditional Beijing snacks such as jianbing.
- China’s National Day holiday begins on 1 October 2026. Expect very heavy domestic travel, crowded attractions, and higher demand for trains, flights, and hotels around 1-7 October.
- Prepare for practical connectivity limits: many international websites, messaging services, and payment platforms may be inaccessible. Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay, keep some cash, and save hotel and destination details offline.
- Public transport and major attractions may involve identity checks and security screening. Carry the same passport used for bookings and allow extra time at railway stations and airports.
Safety and health
- Use bottled or boiled water for drinking. Tap water should not be consumed untreated, and carry tissues and hand sanitizer because public toilets may not provide paper or soap. (
wikivoyage.org)
- Avoid swimming, wading, bathing, or washing in untreated freshwater because of schistosomiasis risk. (
cdc.gov)
- Protect yourself from mosquito and sand-fly bites, particularly in warmer seasons and when travelling beyond central Beijing. Dengue and leishmaniasis are listed risks for China. (
- Fine-particle pollution can periodically affect Beijing. Check air-quality readings and consider an N95 or equivalent mask during heavy smog. (
- Yellow fever vaccination is not recommended for direct travel from the United States, but China requires proof from travellers aged 9 months or older arriving from countries with yellow-fever transmission risk, including qualifying airport transits longer than 12 hours. (
Recent News
- 6 September 2026: Torrential rain associated with Typhoon Saudel caused a mudslide in eastern China, with deaths and missing people reported. The incident is outside Beijing, but travellers making onward journeys through affected eastern areas should check local road and rail conditions. (
ksat.com |
manilatimes.net)
