01Weather
Beijing weather in July
Afternoons in July average 33.0 °C (91 °F) and nights cool to 23.0 °C (73 °F). The month brings about 221 mm (8.7 in) of rain spread over roughly 12 days. Compared with June it is 0.1 °C cooler; August is 1.1 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical July | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 37 °C / 99 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 29 °C / 84 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 21 °C / 69 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 25.9 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 38 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest July day 2016–2025 | 42.0 °C / 16.4 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 July | 04:48 | 19:47 | 15.0 h |
| 15 July | 04:57 | 19:42 | 14.8 h |
| 31 July | 05:11 | 19:30 | 14.3 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 42 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Shanghai).
03Crowds
How busy Beijing is in July
busy The main sights are busy in July. What drives it:
- summer holidays
- rainy season
- heat and humidity
04Public holidays
Public holidays in July 2027
No public holidays in China fall in July, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Beijing in July
No major recurring events fall in July.
07Packing
What to pack for Beijing in July
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 26 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
July is hot, humid and the start of the rainy season, with afternoons around 31 °C and heavy downpours on about twelve days that can flood underpasses for an hour. Summer holidays bring domestic families to every site. The Great Wall is green and misty, and the lotus at the Summer Palace and Beihai is at its peak. Expect air-conditioned afternoons in the museums and malls.
The Forbidden City sells out days in advance; book the moment tickets are released. The Beijing Music Festival and the Summer Palace's night openings fill the evenings. Hotel rates rise with the domestic peak. Daylight lasts until after seven thirty. For the hottest, wettest month and the domestic family peak, see August.
09Compare
Beijing month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4 °C | -9 °C | 0 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 7 °C | -6 °C | 3 | – | moderate | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 2 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 23 °C | 8 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 29 °C | 14 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| June | 33 °C | 20 °C | 9 | – | busy | Mixed |
| July | 33 °C | 23 °C | 12 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 32 °C | 22 °C | 10 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| September | 28 °C | 16 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 20 °C | 7 °C | 5 | – | very busy | Good |
| November | 12 °C | 0 °C | 2 | – | moderate | Good |
| December | 5 °C | -8 °C | 1 | – | quiet | Good |
Not sure about July? See the best time to visit Beijing.
10Elsewhere
July in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul in July | 31 °C | 20 |
| Shanghai in July | 34 °C | 13 |
| Kyoto in July | 33 °C | 13 |
| Tokyo in July | 31 °C | 12 |
| Bangkok in July | 34 °C | 22 |
| Singapore in July | 32 °C | 11 |
11FAQ
Beijing in July: your questions
Is July a good time to visit Beijing?
July is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Beijing. Daytime highs average 33 °C (91 °F), rain falls on about 12 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Beijing in July?
Expect hot days around 33 °C (91 °F) and nights near 23 °C (73 °F). One July in ten brings afternoons above 37 °C, and one in ten stays below 29 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Beijing in July?
July brings about 221 mm (8.7 in) of rain over roughly 12 days, which is showery by Beijing standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 38 percent.
What should I wear in Beijing in July?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Beijing crowded in July?
The main sights are busy in July. Main drivers: summer holidays; rainy season; heat and humidity.
What time does it get dark in Beijing in July?
Around the middle of July the sun sets at about 19:42 and rises at 04:57, giving 14.8 hours of daylight.