It is difficult to make any generalizations about China's climate. There are seven local climatic zones: northeastern, where summers are often damp and winters are frosty and harsh; the Central China zone where coastal areas are affected by tropical cyclones; tropical and subtropical zones of Southern China; the southwestern zone, where mountains moderate the summer heat; Tibetan Plateau, bordered by mountain ranges; deserts of Xinjiang; and finally, the Inner Mongolia zone, characterized by sharp seasonal temperature changes. In China, at any time of the year, temperatures can vary from -40° in winter in Inner Mongolia to +40° in hot summer in the south. Spring and autumn are perhaps the best times to travel, with many hotels becoming overcrowded due to the influx of tourists in the summer. Of course, the situation in different areas can vary significantly depending on local holidays.

China's climate is characterized primarily by monsoon rains and pronounced seasons, frequent northerly winds with little rainfall in winter and frequent southerly winds with heavy rainfall in summer. The variety of general climatic conditions includes cold air currents, cyclones, periodic rains and typhoons. Also characteristic is a pronounced continental climate with wide variations in temperature and precipitation, especially between the lower and higher limits. In winter, temperatures in China are lower than in other countries located at the same latitude; in summer they are much higher. For example, Huma County in Heilongjiang Province and suburban London are located between 51° and 52° north latitude. The average January temperature in Huma County is -27.8°C, and in London, where the vegetation remains green, as in Shanghai and Hangzhou, located between 30° and 31° north latitude, 3.7°C. Tianjin and Lisbon are located at 39° north latitude, but in Tianjin average temperature January -4.1°C, and the lowest is -22.9°C, while in Lisbon the average January temperature is 9.2°C, and the lowest is -1.7°C. Climatic conditions different regions of the country are very different from each other due to the vast territory of China and the complex structure of its surface.

The general picture of the distribution of annual precipitation in China is characterized by its progressive decrease from the southeastern coast (1000-2000 mm; a record figure was recorded in Hoshaoliao, Taiwan Province - 8408 mm) to the interior of the northwest (100-200 mm), others In other words, the further from the coast, the less precipitation. Eastern Xinjiang, located in the very center of the Eurasian continent, is the arid center of China with an annual rainfall of less than 50 mm, and here in the Turfan Depression, Toksun County, the average annual rainfall of only 3.9 mm is the least rainfall in the entire country.

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Beijing In Beijing, each season has its own characteristics. Summer is hot and rainy, autumn is pleasant and cool, winter is cold and spring is dry. In January the average temperature is -5°C - -10°C in July +24°C - +26°C. The annual temperature difference is 15? - 30°C. The frost-free period lasts 6 and a half months (starting in April). The annual precipitation level is 500 - 700 mm. You can come to Beijing at any time of the year. Each of them is good in its own way. Pay attention to what happens in spring strong wind, and in summer the temperature reaches 30 degrees, but the autumn weather is pleasant and sunny.

Tianjin In Tianjin, the seasons differ significantly from each other. In January the average temperature is -4°C - 6°C in July - +26°C the most heat- +39.6°C. The frost-free temperature period lasts 6 and a half months (starting in April). The annual precipitation level is 500 - 700 mm, 70% of precipitation falls in summer. The city of Tianjin borders Beijing. In winter, temperatures in Tianjin are slightly higher than in Beijing. You can come to Tianjin at any time of the year, each of them is interesting in its own way. Meanwhile, we can safely say that autumn is the golden season for the traveler.

Hohhot Hohhot has a dry continental climate. Summer is short but relatively cool. The cold (winter) period lasts 6-7 months. The average temperature in January is -10°C in July - +20°C - +23°C. The daily temperature range is large, which is explained by the influence continental climate. The annual precipitation level is 300 - 400 mm. Hohhot is dry in winter and spring, and sandstorms are common. June, July, August and September are considered the best travel seasons. Keep in mind that daily temperature fluctuations reach 20 degrees, so you should stock up on warm clothes.

Jinan Jinan is located in a temperate monsoon climate zone. It is windy in spring, rainy in summer, sunny in autumn and dry in winter. In January the average temperature is -4°C and in July +28°C. The period of freezing of rivers and lakes lasts from the third ten days of December to the second ten days of February. You can come to Jinan at any time of the year, such as February, March, July, August and October to admire the famous Baotuquan Springs. The best months for climbing Mount Taishan are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. Meanwhile, the landscape will be beautiful and majestic even in winter, when there is snow on the mountains.

Shanghai In Shanghai, the seasons are different from each other. In summer it is humid and hot, in winter it is cold. In January the average temperature is +3°C and the most low temperature- -5 - 7°C in the hottest month - July - the average temperature is +27°C in July and August the highest temperature in May is +36°C - +37°C at one time the temperature reached +40.2°C . The frost-free period lasts 8 and a half months (starting from the end of March). The annual precipitation level is 1,100 mm. Between the second ten days of June and the first ten days of July it rains (during the ripening period of the mume plum) for 20 days. Typhoons and tropical downpours are common in July, August and September. You can come to Shanghai at any time of the year, but we recommend avoiding the rainy season (during the ripening period of the mume plum) and paying Special attention for storm warnings about possible typhoons.

Haikou Haikou is located in a tropical humid monsoon climate zone. The annual temperature range is less than 15°C. The city has a characteristic maritime climate. The coldest season is January and February, the average temperature is +17.2°C. The hottest months are July and August, the average temperature is +27°C. There is between 1,500 and 2,000 mm of precipitation per year. The best season to travel to Haikou is from November to May. The eastern part of Hainan Island is considered a "typhoon corridor", so special attention should be paid to storm warnings.

Wuhan Wuhan is located in the subtropical zone humid climate. The average temperature in January is +4°C and July is +28.8°C. The city of Wuhan is called a "stove", the period when the temperature exceeds +35°C lasts 22 days, then relative humidity reaches 70%. Wuhan, with its sultry climate, is one of the hottest places in our country. The daytime temperature range is imperceptible; at night it is also hot in Wuhan.

Huangshan Mountains The climate in the Huangshan Mountains is warm and humid. Seasons differ significantly from each other. In January, the average temperature is -3°C; the highest temperature is +0.6°C; the lowest temperature is -6.2°C. In July, the average temperature reaches +17.6°C; the highest temperature is +20.5°C; the lowest temperature is +15.3°C. You can come to the Huangshan Mountains at any time of the year. Every season in the Huangshan Mountains is beautiful and attractive in its own way. Please be aware of the temperature differences inherent in the mountains, so be prepared with warm clothing, especially during the snow season.

Harbin In Harbin, temperatures range from -22°C in January to +21°C in July. The annual precipitation level is 450-700 mm, in summer up to 60% of its annual volume falls. You can come to Harbin at any time of the year. The best seasons are December-January and July-September. In winter, tourists can admire the main decoration of Harbin - snow, and in summer it is pleasant and cool here. Harbin - wonderful place summer holiday.

Urumqi Urumqi is the most distant city from the sea in the world, located in an arid area where it rarely rains. The climate of Urumqi is distinctly continental. The annual temperature ranges from -15°C in January to +25.7°C in July-August. Annual precipitation is 194 mm. Spring and autumn are short, and summer and winter are long, with a significant daily temperature range. The best season to travel to Urumqi is June-October; this is a time of pleasant temperatures, a riot of flowers and ripening fruits. When traveling to Urumqi in early spring and in the fall, don’t forget to bring warm clothes with you.

Yinchuan In Yinchuan, every season is good in its own way. Winter is long and harsh, summer is short. It rarely rains. There are significant daily temperature fluctuations. The sun shines 3,000 hours a year. Temperatures range from -8°C in January to +22°C in July. The frost-free period lasts 5 and a half months. The annual precipitation level is 700 mm, and in summer up to 60% of its total falls. The climate in Yinchuan is typically continental - dry, with rare rainfall and frequent dust storms. The best season for travel is May-October. Therefore, in May-August, prepare summer clothes, and in September and October, prepare warm clothes.

Xining In the city of Xining, the amplitude of daily temperature fluctuations is large, and the amplitude of annual temperature fluctuations is small. The average temperature is from -15°C in January to +16°C in July. The frost-free period lasts 6 and a half months, the annual precipitation level is 400 mm. It is preferable to come to Xining in spring, summer and autumn. Summer in general - best season for traveling. Due to excellent weather conditions in summer, Xining - perfect place for relax. In summer, in the area located 150 km west of Xining Lake. Qinghai average daily temperature is +10°C; midday temperatures reach +22°C; night temperatures in July drop to +2°C. Travelers suffering from cardiovascular diseases should keep in mind that Xining is located at an altitude of 3,200 m above sea level, which explains the 20% lack of oxygen. In spring and autumn, be prepared with suitable clothing to protect you from the cold.

Lanzhou Lanzhou is located in the mainland "heart" of China. Due to its geographical location (the city is located in a basin surrounded by mountains), a unique climate with cool summer and warm winter. The annual temperature ranges from -6.9°C in January to +22.2°C in July. The lowest temperature is from -13°C to -16°C. In July and August the highest average temperature reaches +29.2°C. The tallest average monthly temperature in autumn - +22.1°C and the lowest - 10.7°C. The average monthly temperature in winter ranges from 0°C to -8.2°C. The annual precipitation level is 328 mm. The frost-free period lasts 179 days. You can visit Lanzhou at any time of the year. The best season is March-September, but do not forget about significant daily temperature fluctuations. During cold seasons, be sure to bring warm clothes with you.

Lhasa Lhasa is located at an altitude of 3,700 m above sea level. Thin air, rare rains, frequent winds and a large number of sunny days- these are characteristics climate of the area in which Lhasa is located. It's not frosty in winter, not hot in summer. The average temperature ranges from -4°C in January to +15°C in July. Daily temperature fluctuations are quite significant. The frost-free period lasts 2 and a half months, starting in July. Due to the fact that Lhasa is located high above sea level, the oxygen content in the air is 62%-65.4% of the norm on the plain. Persons suffering from diseases of the cardiovascular system and hypertension should refrain from traveling to the administrative center of the Tibet Autonomous Region. The "golden season" for traveling in Tibet is March-October. Temperature and humidity in summer are better than other times of the year. Always carry warm clothing and sunscreen with you.

Chongqing Chongqing is warm in winter and hot in summer. The coolest month is January, when the average temperature reaches +5°C. It's stuffy in the summer. The hottest month is July, the average monthly temperature is +29°C. At one time, the highest temperature reached +44°C. Therefore, Chongqing is called one of the "three furnaces" located in the Yangtze basin. The frost-free period lasts for more than 10 months, starting in February. The level of annual precipitation reaches 1,100 - 1,300 mm. IN river valley Fogs are common in winter and spring, which is why Chongqing is called the “city of fogs.” The foggy period lasts more than 100 days, sometimes reaching 200 days. Spring, autumn and winter are the best seasons to travel to Chongqing. We do not recommend coming there at the height of summer.

Kunming In Kunming, every season is as beautiful as spring. The average temperature ranges from +10°C in January to +21°C - +25°C in July. The frost-free period lasts 11 months, starting in February. Daily temperature fluctuations reach 8°C - 10°C; annual precipitation is 1,000 - 1,500 mm; the period from May to October accounts for 85%-90% of the annual volume. There are no significant differences between the seasons in Kunming, but there is a big difference between the dry and wet seasons. The weather in January and February is mild; in the third ten days of July, the torch festival is celebrated by the Yians, Bai and Mongols. During this time, tourists can admire the beauty of the Stone Forest near Kunming and watch how ethnic minorities celebrate their holiday. Most parts of China experience hot weather in July and August, and Kunming experiences between 20°C and 25°C during this time, so no one will regret spending the summer in Kunming.

Chengdu In Chengdu early spring, long summer and warm winter. Temperatures range from +6°C in January to +25°C in July. The frost-free period lasts 8-10 months. and usually begins in the first ten days of January - early March. The annual precipitation level is 1,500 mm. You can come to Chengdu at any time of the city, but it is better to visit out-of-town attractions during the most suitable seasons. So, it is best to come to the Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve in late spring and early autumn, i.e. in September and October. In spring it is a little cool and, in general, quite unstable temperatures. The average temperature ranges from +9°C - +18°C in January to +19°C - +22°C in summer. The rainy season occurs in July and August, so care should be taken to protect yourself from rain. In autumn the weather is clear, the average daily air temperature is +7°C - +18°C; however, daily temperature fluctuations are significant. The Emeishan Mountains experience altitudinal temperature changes. In areas located halfway to the summit, temperatures are 4°C - 5°C lower than in the foothills, and at the peaks - 10°C lower. The best seasons to travel to the Sigongyang Mountains in the Ganzi region are December, January, February and May. In December and January the average temperature reaches -2°C, in July and August +12°C and in May and October there is frequent rain.

Guiyang Guiyang is located in a subtropical humid monsoon climate, with characteristically warm winters and cool summers. Temperatures range from +5°C in July to +25°C. The frost-free period lasts 8 - 10 months (it begins in the second ten days of February - early March). The annual precipitation level is 1,400 mm. You can come to Guiyang at any time of the year. The best season to visit Huangoshu Waterfall is summer or autumn. You will be able to enjoy the magnificent scenery and view of a waterfall 67 m high and 84 m wide (in its upper part). They say about Guizhou province: “You won’t find three in a row here.” square meters The surface is flat and there are never 3 clear days in a row." At night it is often rainy, but during the day it is clear. We recommend taking warm clothes with you and taking care of protection from the rain.

Xiamen Xiamen has a subtropical maritime climate. Temperatures range from 4°C to 20.9°C heat. The hottest month of the year is August, the average monthly temperature is +28.2°C and the highest temperature in August is +36.4°C. Xiamen is very favorable weather, you can come here at any time of the year. Pay special attention to warning signals for an approaching typhoon. Sanya The city of Sanya is located in the southern part of the island. Hainan. The average temperature in January is +20.9°C. The hottest months are July and August, when the average monthly temperature reaches 29°C. It can be argued that it is eternal summer in this city. If possible, try to avoid visiting the island during high summer. Golden season - November-May. Hainan is traditionally considered a “typhoon corridor”, so we advise you to always pay special attention to storm warnings from meteorologists.

Dali The average annual temperature in Dali is +15.1°C in January - the coldest month - the average temperature is +8.7°C and in July - the hottest - +20.1°C. The annual precipitation level is 1078.9 mm. The climate is characterized by moderate winters and cool summers. You can visit Dali at any time of the year, especially in July and August - thanks to the peculiar climate of this city, you will be able to avoid the summer heat.

Hainan Hainan is located at the same latitude as Hawaii, so the island is often called “East Hawaii”. The island is washed by the waters of the South China Sea, the average annual air temperature is +24°C, water temperature is +26°C. The sun shines 2563 hours a year, there is no winter and eternal summer reigns, the amount of precipitation per year is 1279 mm, during the rainy season here from August to September it occurs irregularly, with interruptions. If we talk about Hainan, then best time The months to visit the resort are September to November and February to May. The average daily air temperature in November is +26…28°C, water temperature is +25°C.