Best time to visit Beijing for good weather

Best match

Golden autumn with crystal-clear skies — Beijing at its most photogenic and comfortable

#1 for good weather

Best match

National Day Golden Week brings China's largest domestic travel surge — magical if you plan around it

#2 for good weather

Best match

Spring in Beijing peaks in April — cherry blossoms and near-perfect temperatures

#3 for good weather

Strong option

Late spring warmth before summer heat — one of Beijing's most pleasant months for sightseeing

#4 for good weather

Worth considering

Chinese New Year transforms Beijing into a city of lanterns, fireworks and temple fairs

#5 for good weather

Worth considering

Autumn fades to winter — quiet streets and good value before the cold sets in

#6 for good weather

Worth considering

Warming days and uncrowded streets — Beijing's quiet shoulder season with emerging blossoms

#7 for good weather

Worth considering

Summer heat arrives — pleasant for evening exploring, harder going in the afternoon sun

#8 for good weather

Worth considering

Hot and sticky but prices stay low — the Olympic legacy sites shine as museum destinations

#9 for good weather

Worth considering

Peak heat and heavy summer rains — low prices reward flexible travellers willing to manage the conditions

#10 for good weather

Avoid

Cold and smoggy but peaceful — perfect for empty Great Wall photos and bargain Forbidden City visits

#11 for good weather

Avoid

Biting cold and hazardous smog make January Beijing's harshest month

#12 for good weather