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Best Time to Visit China
Choose a city and month to see our planning rating, what the season is like, and which national holidays will fill trains and sights.
Where and when
Ratings are our planning guidance from typical seasonal weather and crowds, not a forecast.
Questions
What is the best time to visit China?
For most first trips, April–May and September–October: mild weather across Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai and Chengdu. Avoid the first week of October (Golden Week) and the Spring Festival rush if you want quieter sights.
When is Chinese New Year 2027?
February 6, 2027. Travel is busiest in the weeks around it, and many shops, offices and factories close for about a week.
When is Golden Week?
National Day Golden Week is October 1–7 every year. It is the busiest domestic travel week; sights, trains and hotels are crowded and pricier.
How are the ratings made?
They are ChinaWithEase's planning ratings, based on typical seasonal weather and crowds. They are guidance, not a weather forecast; check the forecast before you go.
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