Average Temperatures and Dressing Tips for Various Chinese Cities

China is vast with significant climate differences. Below is a regional breakdown covering the climatic characteristics and dressing suggestions for major tourist cities:

1. Northern Region (Cold and Dry Winters, Mild Summers)

1. Beijing
2. Winter (December-February): -5°C to 5°C, dry and windy Dressing Suggestion: Thick down jacket, thermal underwear, wool sweaters, scarves, gloves, anti-slip boots.
3. Spring (March-May): 5°C to 20°C, occasional sandstorms Dressing Suggestion: Trench coat, thin sweater, long pants, mask for sand protection.
4. Summer (June-August): 25°C to 35°C, hot and rainy Dressing Suggestion: Short sleeves, sun-protective clothing, breathable long pants, sun hats, bring an umbrella.

5. Autumn (September-November): 10°C to 25°C, cool and dry Dressing Suggestion: Knitwear, light jackets, jeans.

6. Harbin (Northeast Region)

7. Winter: -25°C to -10°C, extremely cold Dressing Suggestion: Thick windproof down jacket, warm boots (UGG or snow boots recommended), ear muffs, multiple layers of woolen clothing.

8. Summer: 18°C to 28°C, short and mild Dressing Suggestion: Short sleeves, light jackets, long sleeves needed at night.

9. Shenyang

10. Winter: -15°C to 0°C, dry and cold Dressing Suggestion: Down jackets, turtleneck sweaters, thermal pants.

2. East China Region (Distinct Four Seasons, Humid Hot Summers, Cold Wet Winters)

1. Shanghai
2. Winter: 3°C to 10°C, damp and bone-chilling cold Dressing Suggestion: Down jackets or wool coats, scarves, moisture-proof undergarments.

3. Summer: 28°C to 35°C, humid and hot Dressing Suggestion: Quick-dry clothing, sunscreen, breathable athletic shoes, bring a foldable umbrella.

4. Hangzhou

5. Spring and Autumn: 10°C to 25°C, often rainy Dressing Suggestion: Light jackets + shirts, waterproof shoes recommended.

6. Nanjing

7. Summer: High temperature and humidity, similar to Shanghai, need to prevent heatstroke.

3. South China Region (Subtropical Climate, Long and Humid Hot Summers)

1. Guangzhou

2. Year-round: Winter 10°C to 20°C, Summer 28°C to 35°C Dressing Suggestion: Thin sweaters + jackets in winter, short sleeves + sun-protective clothing in summer, always carry rain gear.

3. Shenzhen

4. Climate Similar to Guangzhou, but warmer winters (above 15°C), typhoons to watch out for in summer.

5. Xiamen

6. Winter: 10°C to 18°C, strong sea breeze Dressing Suggestion: Windproof jackets + thin sweaters.

4. Southwest Region (Complex Terrain, Diverse Climates)

1. Chengdu
2. Winter: 5°C to 12°C, damp and cold Dressing Suggestion: Fleece outerwear + thermal undergarments.

3. Summer: 25°C to 30°C, humid and hot Dressing Suggestion: Breathable linen clothing.

4. Kunming (Eternal Spring)

5. Year-round: 8°C to 25°C Dressing Suggestion: Mainly spring and autumn clothing, add light down jackets in winter.

6. Lhasa (High Altitude Climate)

7. Winter: -10°C to 10°C, large diurnal temperature variation Dressing Suggestion: Windproof down jackets, sunglasses (UV protection), warm caps.
8. Summer: 15°C to 25°C, extremely strong UV rays Dressing Suggestion: Long-sleeve shirts + sun sleeves.

5. Northwest Region (Dry, Little Rain, Large Diurnal Temperature Variation)

1. Xi'an
2. Summer: 25°C to 38°C, dry and hot Dressing Suggestion: Sun hats + sun-protective clothing.

3. Winter: -5°C to 8°C, need down jackets.

4. Urumqi

5. Winter: -20°C to -10°C, extremely cold Dressing Suggestion: Thick down jackets + snow boots.
6. Summer: 20°C to 30°C, need to protect against wind and sand.

6. Central China Region (Distinct Four Seasons, Humid Hot Summers)

1. Wuhan
2. Summer: 30°C to 40°C, known as "furnace" Dressing Suggestion: Quick-dry clothes + handheld fans.

3. Winter: 0°C to 10°C, damp and cold Dressing Suggestion: Down jackets + thermal underwear.

4. Changsha

5. Climate similar to Wuhan, slightly warmer winters.

General Dressing Tips

1. Northern Winter: Prioritize windproof, waterproof down jackets, avoid pure cotton undergarments (lose heat easily when wet).
2. Southern Wet Cold: Wear multiple layers of warm clothing, paired with moisture-proof outerwear.
3. High-altitude Areas: Regardless of season, always carry sunscreen (SPF50+), sunglasses, moisturizing skincare products.
4. Northwest/Desert: Masks to protect against wind and sand, scarves to cover head.