China (Beijing) · November
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 3° (37°)-5– (23–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)-2– (28–)14 (57) | 14° (57°)4– (39–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)12– (54–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)19– (66–)35 (95) | 32° (90°)23– (73–)38 (100) | 32° (90°)24– (75–)38 (100) | 31° (88°)24– (75–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 11° (52°)2– (36–)20 (68) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)10 (50) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -8° (18°)-14– (7–)-2 (28) | -6° (21°)-13– (9–)1 (34) | 1° (34°)-7– (19–)8 (46) | 9° (48°)1– (34–)15 (59) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)22 (72) | 8° (46°)0– (32–)15 (59) | 0° (32°)-7– (19–)7 (45) | -7° (19°)-13– (9–)-1 (30) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 6 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 0d1mm (0.1") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d9mm (0.4") | 2d22mm (0.8") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 6d69mm (2.7") | 8d193mm (7.6") | 7d125mm (4.9") | 5d66mm (2.6") | 2d26mm (1.0") | 1d15mm (0.6") | 0d2mm (0.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
November in China (Beijing) at 11°C (52°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drop to 0°C (32°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -7°C (19°F) — frost does occur. The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 15 mm (0.6 in) total.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Autumn is considered the loveliest season: blue skies, dry air and red-gold foliage in the hills around the city. At the Mid-Autumn Festival mooncakes appear and views of the mountains are clear. From November it turns noticeably colder and the first heating comes on.
Packing list for China (Beijing) in November
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is November a good time to visit China (Beijing)?
- November is not an optimal month for China (Beijing) (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, and September.
- How warm is it in China (Beijing) in November?
- In November, China (Beijing) sees daily highs of 11°C (52°F). Nights cool to 0°C (32°F), with a daily average of 6°C (43°F). Peaks reach around 20°C (68°F), the coldest nights around -7°C (19°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in China (Beijing) in November?
- In November, China (Beijing) receives an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does China (Beijing) get in November?
- China (Beijing) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in November — below the annual average.
