01Weather
Beijing weather in June
Afternoons in June average 33.1 °C (92 °F) and nights cool to 19.8 °C (68 °F). The month brings about 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain spread over roughly 9 days. Compared with May it is 4.4 °C warmer; July is 0.1 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical June | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 38 °C / 100 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 28 °C / 82 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 61 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 25.1 | 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 | 30 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest June day 2016–2025 | 41.1 °C / 11.9 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 June | 04:46 | 19:37 | 14.8 h |
| 15 June | 04:44 | 19:45 | 15.0 h |
| 30 June | 04:48 | 19:47 | 15.0 h |
Daylight grows by about 12 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Shanghai).
03Crowds
How busy Beijing is in June
busy The main sights are busy in June. What drives it:
- Dragon Boat Festival
- heat begins
- school trips
04Public holidays
Public holidays in June 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 9 Jun 2027 | Dragon Boat Festival |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Beijing in June
Every year in June
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Boat Festival | fifth day of the fifth lunar month, June | holiday |
07Packing
What to pack for Beijing in June
- 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: 25 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
June is hot and still mostly dry, with afternoons around 33 °C, the Dragon Boat Festival a three-day holiday in June and school groups filling the major sights. Early mornings at the Temple of Heaven, with locals practising tai chi and playing cards, are the best use of the cooler hours. Rain falls on about eight days, increasing toward the end of the month as the rainy season approaches.
The Forbidden City is busiest between ten and three; the first slot at half past eight is the calm one. The lotus flowers open at the Summer Palace and Beihai in late June. Hotel rates are moderate. The Great Wall is hot by midday; take the first bus. For the rainy season, the summer holidays and the hottest weeks, see July.
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 June? See the best time to visit Beijing.
10Elsewhere
June in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul in June | 28 °C | 17 |
| Shanghai in June | 29 °C | 15 |
| Kyoto in June | 29 °C | 11 |
| Tokyo in June | 27 °C | 12 |
| Bangkok in June | 35 °C | 21 |
| Singapore in June | 32 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Beijing in June: your questions
Is June a good time to visit Beijing?
June is a reasonable month with trade-offs to visit Beijing. Daytime highs average 33 °C (92 °F), rain falls on about 9 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Beijing in June?
Expect hot days around 33 °C (92 °F) and nights near 20 °C (68 °F). One June in ten brings afternoons above 38 °C, and one in ten stays below 28 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Beijing in June?
June brings about 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain over roughly 9 days, which is showery by Beijing standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 30 percent.
What should I wear in Beijing in June?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Beijing crowded in June?
The main sights are busy in June. Main drivers: Dragon Boat Festival; heat begins; school trips.
What time does it get dark in Beijing in June?
Around the middle of June the sun sets at about 19:45 and rises at 04:44, giving 15.0 hours of daylight.