China Beijing Weather in June — Climate Guide
June in Beijing is moderate
June is moderate for Beijing.
June marks the start of Beijing's hot summer — highs around 30°C, climbing humidity, and rainfall picking up as the wetter season approaches. The long daylight is a plus, but midday heat is real, so plan demanding outdoor sights like the Great Wall for the morning.
It's not yet the peak of the summer rains, so you'll still get plenty of usable days, but pack a folding umbrella and expect occasional heavy, thundery downpours. Air quality is generally better than winter, helped by the rain washing the air, though hot, still days can trap haze.
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Beijing June Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
8
70mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
55%
muggy
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 22
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
June Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
58 μg/m³
PM10
100 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
32°C
Nighttime
20°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for June
June Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Long daylight hours
- Lush, green scenery
- Better air than winter
- Moderate prices before the July-August peak
Cons
- Hot and increasingly humid
- Rising rainfall and thundery downpours
- Strong midday heat and UV
- Dragon Boat holiday briefly busier
June Events & Festivals
- Summer heat sets in — increasingly humid
- Rainfall increasing as the summer rains approach
- Dragon Boat Festival public holiday (date varies)
- Long daylight hours
Beijing in June — Full Picture
June marks the start of Beijing's hot summer — highs around 30°C, climbing humidity, and rainfall picking up as the wetter season approaches. The long daylight is a plus, but midday heat is real, so plan demanding outdoor sights like the Great Wall for the morning.
It's not yet the peak of the summer rains, so you'll still get plenty of usable days, but pack a folding umbrella and expect occasional heavy, thundery downpours. Air quality is generally better than winter, helped by the rain washing the air, though hot, still days can trap haze.
The Dragon Boat Festival (a public holiday whose date shifts with the lunar calendar) brings a short domestic-travel bump. Otherwise June is a reasonable-value, high-but-not-peak-crowd month. Stay hydrated, seek shade and indoor sights in the early afternoon, and enjoy the long evenings around Houhai and Sanlitun.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot early summer — highs around 30°C with rising humidity. Lightweight, breathable clothing, a hat, and SPF 50+. Carry a folding umbrella as the rainy season approaches.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.3°C
7.3°C
3.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current30.3°C
20.7°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
18.3°C
6.7°C
4.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
3.3°C
-6.3°C
1/mo
Beijing Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2° | -8° | 1d·3mm | 6.5h | 45% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 5° | -5° | 1d·5mm | 7h | 45% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 0° | 2d·9mm | 7.5h | 45% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 8° | 3d·22mm | 8h | 50% | 6 | Busy | Peak | |
| May (Best) | 26° | 14° | 5d·35mm | 8.5h | 50% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| 30° | 19° | 8d·70mm | 8h | 55% | 9 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 22° | 13d·175mm | 6.5h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 21° | 11d·160mm | 7h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 14° | 7d·50mm | 8h | 55% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 19° | 7° | 4d·22mm | 7.5h | 50% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| 10° | -1° | 2d·10mm | 6.5h | 50% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 3° | -6° | 1d·3mm | 6.5h | 45% | 2 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is June a good time to visit Beijing?
Beijing in June is moderate. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Beijing in June?
Beijing June averages a high of 30°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Beijing in June?
Beijing June averages 70mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Beijing in June?
Hot early summer — highs around 30°C with rising humidity. Lightweight, breathable clothing, a hat, and SPF 50+. Carry a folding umbrella as the rainy season approaches.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Beijing in June?
Beijing June sunrise is 04:45 and sunset is 19:45, with 15h 00min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Beijing in June?
Beijing June air quality (AQI) averages 95, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 58μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Beijing in June?
In June, Beijing is great for Great Wall in the early morning (beat the heat), Summer Palace lake breezes, Indoor museums in the hot afternoon.
Is June peak season in Beijing?
Beijing June crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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