September is an excellent time to visit Beijing, as autumn brings warm pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
You can expect warm weather, mainly clear blue skies and around seven hours of sunshine daily with the occasional rain shower.
Daytime temperatures climb to an average high of 27°C (80°F), with a low of 15°C (59°F) at night.
How hot is it in Beijing in September?
September is usually a warm month. The average temperature is 21°C (70°F), with a high of 27°C (80°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F).
On the warmest days of the month, the temperature can reach 32°C (90°F).
What does the humidity feel like in Beijing in September?
The average dew point temperature in Beijing in September is 14°C (57°F), which feels comfortable.
There are on average five days at the beginning of September that may feel humid.
How sunny is it in Beijing in September?
There are normally seven hours of bright sunshine each day in Beijing in September – that's around 56% of daylight hours.
Sunrise & sunset in September?
Sunrise is around 5:55am with sunset around 6:25pm.
Does it rain in Beijing in September?
There are usually eight days with some rain in Beijing in September, and the average monthly rainfall is 60mm (2in).
How windy is it in Beijing in September?
September sees an average hourly wind speed of 9 kilometres per hour (5.6 mph; 5 knots).
What to do in Beijing in September?
Weather conditions in September are excellent to explore Beijing’s amazing treasure trove of stunning monuments, including the magnificent Summer Palace, the exquisite Temple of Heaven and the splendours of the Forbidden City.
It’s also a pleasant time to stroll along the Great Wall of China at Badaling, only one hour from downtown Beijing. Or, for a more strenuous but rewarding adventure, hike (or cycle) the 9km route along the Great Wall from Jinshanling to Simatai (or visa versa).
September is considered shoulder season in Beijing, with a drop in hotel rates and restaurant prices.
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High Temp: 27°C (80°F) |
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Low Temp: 15°C (59°F) |
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Sunshine: 7 hours per day |
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Daylight: 12 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 9 km/h (5.6 mph; 5 knots) |
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Wet Days: 8 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 60 mm (2 in) per month |
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Comfort Level: Warm; 68% humidity; 5 muggy days |
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UV Index: High |
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The best time to visit Beijing is during spring and autumn: April and May, and September to early November – so avoiding the heat and rains of summer, as well as the cold of winter.
At these times the many tourist attractions are less crowded while it’s warm and dry, with an average temperature of 23°C (73°F). Early summer is also a good time to visit Beijing.
Source: Meteorological data for Beijing is based on weather statistics gathered for the 30-year period 1992 to 2021 by the China Meteorological Administration at the closest weather station: Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA), also called Capital Airport or Beijing Airport, located 32km (20mi) northeast of Beijing.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
Latest update: Beijing weather: 12 June, 2024
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