China Weather
Because of China’s immense size, it experiences great diversity in climate.Northern China experiences four seasons with the hottest months being June to September with temperatures ranging from 20 to 35 degrees. Most of the rain also falls during this time. Spring (late March to May) and autumn (October to early November) bring clear skies and temperatures from 10 to 25 degrees. This is when most people visit China. In the winter months (November to February) temperatures can reach below 0 degrees.
In Southern China, summer is from April to September and generally hot and humid except in mountainous areas. This period also experiences rain. Spring and autumn are most pleasant although mountain areas can be cold and travellers should be prepared for all weather.
Yunnan Province can be well below freezing in mid-winter. In Chengdu, summer is from June to August and generally hot and humid with frequent rainfall. This period also experiences rain. Spring and autumn are most pleasant and can bring chilly evenings.
As Tibet is at an average altitude of 4000m, year-round temperatures can be quite cool although it is frequently sunny with clear skies. Sunshine can be hot and sharp at this high altitude. Evenings can be very chilly, even in summer, and spring and autumn bring freezing nighttime temperatures and the possibility of snow. The weather in Tibet is very changeable and it is not uncommon to experience four seasons in one day. Travellers should come well prepared for harsh weather conditions in Tibet.
Please note: Some group journeys, due to extreme weather conditions, do not operate during certain months.