Beijing · Month comparison
June vs September
September ranks #1 overall vs June at #10. Golden autumn with crystal-clear skies — Beijing at its most photogenic and comfortable
June
#10 of 12 months
Worth considering
Summer heat arrives — pleasant for evening exploring, harder going in the afternoon sun
- ↑Long days allow early morning Great Wall visits before the heat builds
- ↑Lively rooftop bar scene and night markets in full swing
September
#1 of 12 months
Best match
Golden autumn with crystal-clear skies — Beijing at its most photogenic and comfortable
- ↑Perfect 20–26°C temperatures and brilliant blue skies after the summer haze lifts
- ↑Great Wall sections like Jinshanling and Mutianyu glow with early autumn colour
| Factor | June | September |
|---|---|---|
| Weather score | 5 | 9 |
| Value score | 5 | 5 |
| Crowd score | 5 | 7 |
| Events score | 3 | 6 |
| Atmosphere | 5 | 9 |
| Avg high temp | 31°C | 25°C |
| Monthly rain | 70mm | 56mm |
| Daily sunshine | 9hrs | 9hrs |
June trade-offs
- ↓Heat and humidity building (28–34°C), afternoon outdoor sightseeing becomes draining
- ↓Hazy skies reduce visibility — Fragrant Hills views are disappointing
September trade-offs
- ↓Crowds build ahead of National Day Golden Week — book accommodation early
- ↓Prices rise across hotels and tours as demand peaks
Scores compare months within Beijing. Climate data: Open Meteo ERA5 30-year normals (1991–2020). Methodology →