Choosing the best time to marry in Beijing is less about chasing one flawless season and more about deciding which trade-off suits your day. The city has a sharply continental pattern: cold, very dry winters; bright, windy springs; intense summer heat with a wetter monsoon phase; and a crisp autumn that many couples instinctively favour. Historically, June comes out on top for sunshine, but that does not automatically make it the easiest month for a long outdoor celebration.
This report uses historical weather from 2016-2025 as a planning guide for 2026-2028, so treat the rankings as signals rather than promises. In Beijing, venue style matters as much as the climate: courtyard hotels, rooftop spaces and garden venues feel very different in dry spring wind, summer heat or autumn holiday crowds. Guest travel also needs thought around Spring Festival, Labour Day and the National Day holiday period, when trains, flights and hotels can tighten quickly.
June is the highest-ranked month in this historical set, averaging 10.14 hours of sunshine a day. That brightness is attractive for photography and for venues that rely on outdoor ceremonies or terrace receptions, but it comes with real heat: the average daily maximum reaches 32.71°C. In Beijing, that usually makes timing crucial. A late-afternoon ceremony, shaded drinks reception and strong indoor cooling are often more realistic than a noon event. If you love long, bright days and can design around the temperature, June is a strong candidate.
Historically, 10 June stands out as the single strongest date in this dataset, with 11.68 sunshine hours, 1.2 precipitation hours and a maximum temperature of 32.18°C. For Beijing, that combination suggests a bright day with only limited rain risk by local summer standards, but it is still a hot-weather plan rather than a mild one. Among the strongest Saturdays in your planning years, 21 March 2026 looks notably comfortable at 16.09°C, while 29 May 2027 and 10 June 2028 both lean sunnier but much warmer. That makes the right date partly a question of heat tolerance, dress code and venue layout.
Whichever date you shortlist, confirm it against Beijing’s holiday calendar and major travel peaks before paying deposits. National Day week in early October, Labour Day in early May and Spring Festival travel can all affect guest flights, hotel prices and road traffic. For summer dates, ask venues exactly how they handle heat, air conditioning, shaded outdoor areas and a fast switch indoors if thunderstorms develop.
Keep reading to view the best day to get married, hours of rain per day and average high temperature per day in Beijing, Beijing, China for every month in 2026, 2027 and 2028:
Weather history is most useful when combined with the realities of planning a celebration here. These checks can help turn the report into a date that works for you and your guests.
In Beijing, the calendar matters almost as much as the forecast. Check Spring Festival timing, the Labour Day break and early October’s National Day holiday before booking. These periods can push up hotel prices, crowd stations and airports, and make guest arrivals less smooth than the weather alone would suggest.
Historically, Beijing’s brightest late-spring and early-summer dates can also be very hot. If you are booking May or June, look beyond pretty lawns and ask where guests will stand during the ceremony, whether parasols or trees genuinely cover the space, and how quickly everyone can move into cooled interiors.
For July and August especially, the indoor room should be somewhere you would be happy to marry, not just a backup. Beijing’s summer storms and humidity can arrive fast, so a ballroom, courtyard hall or glass-covered space with strong climate control will protect both guest comfort and the flow of the day.
Beijing is vast, and cross-city transfers can eat into your schedule. Choose guest hotels with your venue, rehearsal dinner and sightseeing plans in mind, and allow generous travel time for hair and makeup teams, photographers and elderly relatives. This matters even more on holiday weekends or near major visitor areas.
June currently ranks highest in Dropory's historical analysis for Beijing, Beijing, China. Use the result alongside venue availability, guest travel and your preferred wedding style.
10 June currently has the strongest historical weather result in this report. Past patterns cannot guarantee future conditions, so keep a suitable indoor or covered option available.
Dropory compares daily sunshine, precipitation and temperature history to rank months, dates and Saturdays, then combines those signals with practical local planning guidance.
Historically in this report, yes: June ranks highest and averages 10.14 sunshine hours a day. The catch is heat, with an average daily maximum of 32.71°C. So June is best if you want bright conditions and can build in shade, later ceremony timing and strong indoor cooling. If comfort matters more than maximum sunshine, March, April, May, September or parts of October may feel easier.
July is the clearest warning sign in this dataset. It combines a 31.81°C average daily maximum with 5.7 average daily precipitation hours, which is much wetter than the rest of the year here. August is also comparatively unsettled. Outdoor weddings are still possible, but they work best with covered ceremony options, flexible timelines and an indoor reception space you genuinely like.
The biggest periods to examine carefully are Spring Festival, the Labour Day holiday in early May and the National Day holiday at the start of October. In Beijing, these can affect room rates, train and flight availability, road traffic and crowd levels at landmark photo locations. A good date on paper can become stressful if it lands in a peak travel window, so check the holiday calendar before signing contracts.
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Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in January, 2027:
29 January
Top dates with the most sunshine
29 January
- 8.9 median hours of sunny weather
24 January
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
28 January
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
18 January
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
10 January
- 8.4 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in January 2027
16 January
- 8.3 median hours of sunny weather
23 January
- 8.3 median hours of sunny weather
30 January
- 7.9 median hours of sunny weather
02 January
- 7.7 median hours of sunny weather
09 January
- 7.5 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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January in Beijing is clear, dry and distinctly wintry. Historical averages show 7.85 sunshine hours a day and only 0.26 precipitation hours, so rain disruption is low, but the average daily maximum is just 2.31°C. That makes this month far better for a fully indoor celebration than for a garden ceremony. The upside is atmosphere: grand hotels, luxury restaurants and historic-style venues can feel elegant and calm, and you may avoid the intense visitor pressure seen later in the year. If you are considering late January, check Spring Festival timing carefully, as holiday travel can rapidly reshape guest logistics and staffing plans.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in February, 2027:
26 February
Top dates with the most sunshine
26 February
- 9.5 median hours of sunny weather
25 February
- 9.4 median hours of sunny weather
19 February
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
15 February
- 9.1 median hours of sunny weather
23 February
- 9.1 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in February 2027
27 February
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
20 February
- 8.4 median hours of sunny weather
06 February
- 7.7 median hours of sunny weather
13 February
- 7.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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February starts to loosen winter’s grip without becoming mild. Beijing’s historical averages reach 8.24 sunshine hours a day, with a cool 5.94°C average daily maximum and just 0.65 precipitation hours. That can work well for couples who want blue-sky portraits in coats or capes, then a warm indoor banquet afterwards. The biggest planning variable is not rainfall but the lunar new year period: depending on the year, Spring Festival and the associated travel rush can affect hotel rates, transport availability and city crowds. Before you fall for a February date, confirm the holiday calendar and ask suppliers about staffing over the festive period.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in March, 2027:
21 March
Top dates with the most sunshine
21 March
- 10.7 median hours of sunny weather
31 March
- 10.6 median hours of sunny weather
10 March
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
27 March
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
07 March
- 10.2 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in March 2027
27 March
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
13 March
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
20 March
- 9.2 median hours of sunny weather
06 March
- 8.8 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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March is one of Beijing’s more promising wedding months if you want brightness without summer heat. Historical averages climb to 9.41 sunshine hours, while the average daily maximum reaches 14.93°C. That opens the door to outdoor first looks, courtyard tea ceremonies or a short open-air cocktail hour, though evenings still turn cool. Wind can be more relevant than rain here, so lightweight florals, candles and elaborate hair styling may need securing. The strongest historical date in the month, 21 March, combines good sun with limited precipitation, which fits Beijing’s generally drier spring pattern. A sensible March action is to build in wraps, wind planning and an indoor dining room you genuinely like.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in April, 2027:
14 April
Top dates with the most sunshine
14 April
- 11.1 median hours of sunny weather
26 April
- 10.8 median hours of sunny weather
07 April
- 10.7 median hours of sunny weather
18 April
- 10.6 median hours of sunny weather
25 April
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in April 2027
17 April
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
10 April
- 10.2 median hours of sunny weather
24 April
- 9.5 median hours of sunny weather
03 April
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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April often feels like Beijing switching fully into event season. The average daily maximum rises to 22.16°C, with 9.51 sunshine hours and 1.07 precipitation hours on average, which is a very usable mix for outdoor ceremonies and city photography. Parks and landmark areas can be busy with both residents and visitors enjoying spring conditions, so popular photo spots may require early starts or patience. This is also a month when Beijing’s dry air and breeze can make the day feel less sticky than the thermometer suggests. If you want a sophisticated indoor-outdoor format, April is one of the city’s easier months; just ask your venue about wind shelter on terraces and in courtyards.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in May, 2027:
28 May
Top dates with the most sunshine
28 May
- 11.6 median hours of sunny weather
29 May
- 11.6 median hours of sunny weather
18 May
- 10.8 median hours of sunny weather
13 May
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
01 May
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in May 2027
29 May
- 11.6 median hours of sunny weather
01 May
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
22 May
- 9.8 median hours of sunny weather
08 May
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
15 May
- 8.3 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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May is vibrant, bright and busy in Beijing. Historically it averages 9.8 sunshine hours a day, with an average daily maximum of 27.84°C and 1.35 precipitation hours, so conditions are often excellent for an outdoor ceremony or sunset reception. The trade-off is demand. Early May includes the Labour Day holiday period, when domestic travel rises and popular hotels, restaurants and scenic sites can become much busier. Later in the month, the weather remains appealing, but daytime warmth can already feel intense in direct sun. If May appeals, consider a later afternoon ceremony and secure room blocks early, especially if your guests will be staying near central sightseeing districts.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in June, 2027:
10 June
Top dates with the most sunshine
10 June
- 11.7 median hours of sunny weather
24 June
- 11.5 median hours of sunny weather
04 June
- 11.4 median hours of sunny weather
18 June
- 11.3 median hours of sunny weather
30 June
- 11.3 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in June 2027
19 June
- 10.8 median hours of sunny weather
12 June
- 10.5 median hours of sunny weather
05 June
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
26 June
- 10.1 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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June tops this report’s rankings for Beijing, largely because it combines the year’s highest average sunshine in this dataset, 10.14 hours a day, with only moderate precipitation by local summer standards at 1.87 hours. The challenge is obvious: average daily maximum temperatures reach 32.71°C. In practice, June suits couples who want strong natural light and are willing to design around heat with shaded vows, chilled drinks, fans and a properly air-conditioned dinner space. It is less forgiving for heavy formalwear, midday ceremonies or venues with limited cooling. Ask every venue when the sun hits ceremony areas directly and whether there is a realistic shaded alternative.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in July, 2027:
07 July
Top dates with the most sunshine
07 July
- 11.4 median hours of sunny weather
01 July
- 11 median hours of sunny weather
23 July
- 10.8 median hours of sunny weather
08 July
- 10.6 median hours of sunny weather
15 July
- 10 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in July 2027
10 July
- 9.7 median hours of sunny weather
24 July
- 9.3 median hours of sunny weather
31 July
- 8.8 median hours of sunny weather
17 July
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
03 July
- 6.6 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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July brings Beijing’s most difficult mix for many weddings: heat plus the wettest historical pattern of the year. Average daily sunshine drops to 8.67 hours, while precipitation hours rise sharply to 5.7 and the average daily maximum still sits at 31.81°C. That means a glamorous outdoor plan is possible, but it needs serious resilience. Thunderstorms, muggy conditions and sudden schedule changes are more plausible now than in spring or early autumn. For guests, the city can also feel tiring after a day of sightseeing in the heat. If you choose July, prioritise a venue with beautiful indoor ceremony options rather than treating the interior as a last-resort backup.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in August, 2027:
03 August
Top dates with the most sunshine
03 August
- 11.2 median hours of sunny weather
25 August
- 11 median hours of sunny weather
21 August
- 10.7 median hours of sunny weather
02 August
- 10.6 median hours of sunny weather
29 August
- 10.2 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in August 2027
21 August
- 10.7 median hours of sunny weather
14 August
- 8.8 median hours of sunny weather
07 August
- 8.5 median hours of sunny weather
28 August
- 8.5 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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3.7 h
16
85 °F
9.2 h
3.6 h
17
85 °F
8.2 h
2.7 h
18
83 °F
6.9 h
8.7 h
19
84 °F
7.4 h
5.5 h
20
83 °F
8.6 h
6.1 h
21
86 °F
10.7 h
2.3 h
22
85 °F
8.8 h
3.9 h
23
86 °F
8.6 h
3.1 h
24
85 °F
9.3 h
4.1 h
25
85 °F
11 h
0.3 h
26
83 °F
7.1 h
0.9 h
27
83 °F
7.6 h
4.9 h
28
82 °F
8.5 h
3.1 h
29
83 °F
10.2 h
0.6 h
30
83 °F
9.1 h
1.6 h
31
84 °F
9.7 h
1.7 h
August remains warm and relatively wet, though slightly less extreme than July in this dataset. Beijing averages 8.8 sunshine hours, 4.09 precipitation hours and a 29.96°C daily maximum, so conditions can still feel hot and humid for formal events. On the plus side, summer greenery is lush and evening receptions can be lively if you have cover, airflow and a flexible timing plan. This is also a common holiday period for families, which may help some guests travel but can keep attractions and transport busy. A practical August move is to shorten any exposed outdoor segment and arrange transport that minimises waiting outside in formal clothes.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in September, 2027:
07 September
Top dates with the most sunshine
07 September
- 11.2 median hours of sunny weather
02 September
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
03 September
- 10.4 median hours of sunny weather
22 September
- 10.1 median hours of sunny weather
04 September
- 9.6 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in September 2027
04 September
- 9.6 median hours of sunny weather
11 September
- 9.1 median hours of sunny weather
25 September
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
18 September
- 7.9 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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83 °F
8.9 h
2.1 h
02
84 °F
10.4 h
1.6 h
03
84 °F
10.4 h
0.7 h
04
84 °F
9.6 h
2.4 h
05
84 °F
9.2 h
2 h
06
83 °F
9 h
2.4 h
07
86 °F
11.2 h
0.1 h
08
85 °F
9.5 h
2 h
09
84 °F
8.5 h
3 h
10
81 °F
7.6 h
2.9 h
11
81 °F
9.1 h
2.1 h
12
81 °F
9.1 h
3 h
13
82 °F
9.5 h
2.6 h
14
82 °F
9.2 h
2.1 h
15
80 °F
8.2 h
1.4 h
16
80 °F
8.7 h
1.2 h
17
80 °F
8.4 h
1.4 h
18
79 °F
7.9 h
0.6 h
19
77 °F
7 h
1.5 h
20
78 °F
9.5 h
1.5 h
21
79 °F
9.2 h
2.4 h
22
78 °F
10.1 h
0.7 h
23
76 °F
8.8 h
2.6 h
24
76 °F
6.8 h
2.7 h
25
78 °F
9 h
1.5 h
26
77 °F
7.1 h
3.4 h
27
78 °F
8.2 h
0.6 h
28
77 °F
8.8 h
0.4 h
29
77 °F
9 h
1.2 h
30
78 °F
8.6 h
1.4 h
September is one of Beijing’s most balanced wedding months. Historical averages show 8.88 sunshine hours, only 1.78 precipitation hours and a more manageable 26.89°C average daily maximum. For many couples, this is the sweet spot between summer’s intensity and autumn’s growing demand. Outdoor ceremonies are still realistic, but guests are less likely to struggle with oppressive heat, and evening events often feel more comfortable. Early autumn light can also flatter city architecture and mountain-edge backdrops beyond the urban core. Because this month is popular for good reason, start venue conversations early, particularly if you want a premium hotel, a courtyard property or a date that falls near the Mid-Autumn or National Day travel periods.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in October, 2027:
23 October
Top dates with the most sunshine
23 October
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
22 October
- 8.8 median hours of sunny weather
16 October
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
19 October
- 8.6 median hours of sunny weather
11 October
- 8.3 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in October 2027
23 October
- 9 median hours of sunny weather
16 October
- 8.7 median hours of sunny weather
30 October
- 8.2 median hours of sunny weather
09 October
- 7 median hours of sunny weather
02 October
- 6.4 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
01
76 °F
8 h
1.4 h
02
73 °F
6.4 h
2.2 h
03
75 °F
8 h
2.9 h
04
69 °F
6.7 h
4.5 h
05
68 °F
8.2 h
1.5 h
06
66 °F
5.9 h
5.1 h
07
67 °F
6.9 h
3.2 h
08
67 °F
7.3 h
1.4 h
09
65 °F
7 h
5.4 h
10
64 °F
6.9 h
3.5 h
11
65 °F
8.3 h
1.7 h
12
65 °F
7.3 h
1.3 h
13
67 °F
7.3 h
0.8 h
14
66 °F
7.3 h
1.2 h
15
67 °F
7.8 h
1.8 h
16
64 °F
8.7 h
0.8 h
17
63 °F
6.8 h
2.3 h
18
64 °F
6.7 h
2.8 h
19
64 °F
8.6 h
1.7 h
20
61 °F
8 h
1.2 h
21
61 °F
8 h
1.2 h
22
61 °F
8.8 h
0.4 h
23
62 °F
9 h
0.6 h
24
62 °F
7.9 h
0.4 h
25
63 °F
7.9 h
0.3 h
26
63 °F
8.1 h
0 h
27
61 °F
6.9 h
1.1 h
28
60 °F
6.8 h
0 h
29
59 °F
8.3 h
0.1 h
30
62 °F
8.2 h
0.5 h
31
61 °F
8.3 h
0.4 h
October has classic appeal in Beijing: cooler air, an autumn feel and easier daytime temperatures than summer. Historical averages settle at 18.26°C for the daily maximum, with 7.61 sunshine hours and 1.67 precipitation hours. For ceremony comfort, that is often excellent. The major caution is the National Day holiday period at the start of the month, when domestic travel surges, tourist landmarks become crowded and accommodation can be harder to secure at favourable rates. Outside that holiday window, October can be a very elegant choice for courtyards, gardens and hotel terraces, especially with an evening shawl-ready plan. If you are eyeing October, choose your exact date before your venue style, not after.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in November, 2027:
03 November
Top dates with the most sunshine
03 November
- 8.3 median hours of sunny weather
30 November
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
01 November
- 7.7 median hours of sunny weather
09 November
- 7.7 median hours of sunny weather
10 November
- 7.7 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in November 2027
27 November
- 7.5 median hours of sunny weather
13 November
- 7.4 median hours of sunny weather
06 November
- 6.2 median hours of sunny weather
20 November
- 5.5 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
01
60 °F
7.7 h
0.7 h
02
61 °F
7.3 h
0.9 h
03
57 °F
8.3 h
0.7 h
04
57 °F
7.4 h
1.4 h
05
57 °F
7.4 h
1.8 h
06
55 °F
6.2 h
1.7 h
07
54 °F
6.7 h
1.9 h
08
54 °F
7.6 h
1.5 h
09
54 °F
7.7 h
0.4 h
10
55 °F
7.7 h
1 h
11
54 °F
7 h
1.7 h
12
55 °F
7.2 h
1 h
13
54 °F
7.4 h
0 h
14
52 °F
7.2 h
1.8 h
15
52 °F
6.4 h
0.5 h
16
52 °F
7 h
0.1 h
17
50 °F
5 h
0.8 h
18
46 °F
6 h
2 h
19
49 °F
7.5 h
0.1 h
20
47 °F
5.5 h
2.8 h
21
46 °F
6.5 h
2.3 h
22
47 °F
7.6 h
0 h
23
46 °F
7.7 h
0 h
24
45 °F
7.3 h
0 h
25
45 °F
6.7 h
0.1 h
26
41 °F
7 h
1.2 h
27
42 °F
7.5 h
0.4 h
28
42 °F
7.7 h
0 h
29
38 °F
6.2 h
0.9 h
30
43 °F
8 h
0.4 h
November is a quieter, more understated option for a Beijing wedding. The average daily maximum drops to 10.2°C, with 7.08 sunshine hours and 0.94 precipitation hours, so the month is comparatively dry but clearly cooler. Trees have largely turned or shed, the city feels less hectic than during major holiday stretches, and luxury indoor venues can sometimes feel more accessible than in peak autumn weeks. This is a good month for couples who prefer a formal indoor celebration with short outdoor portrait sessions rather than an all-day garden event. Build your timeline around the best daylight hours, and ask photographers about locations that still feel visually rich once late-autumn landscapes become barer.
Beijing, Beijing, China
Top date in December, 2027:
31 December
Top dates with the most sunshine
31 December
- 8.1 median hours of sunny weather
06 December
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
18 December
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
01 December
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
27 December
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
Top Saturdays in December 2027
18 December
- 8 median hours of sunny weather
04 December
- 7.9 median hours of sunny weather
25 December
- 7.5 median hours of sunny weather
11 December
- 7.2 median hours of sunny weather
Based on data from: 2016-2025
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42 °F
8 h
0.1 h
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43 °F
7.1 h
0.4 h
03
42 °F
7.8 h
0 h
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42 °F
7.9 h
0 h
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41 °F
7.6 h
0 h
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42 °F
8 h
0 h
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40 °F
7.9 h
0 h
08
41 °F
7.6 h
0.3 h
09
39 °F
6.8 h
0.9 h
10
39 °F
7.1 h
0.2 h
11
37 °F
7.2 h
0.9 h
12
36 °F
7 h
0.2 h
13
34 °F
5.7 h
2.9 h
14
34 °F
7.1 h
2.4 h
15
34 °F
7 h
0.1 h
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35 °F
7.5 h
1.1 h
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36 °F
7.9 h
0 h
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37 °F
8 h
0 h
19
36 °F
7.2 h
0 h
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38 °F
6.8 h
0 h
21
37 °F
7.8 h
0 h
22
38 °F
7.4 h
0 h
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35 °F
7.1 h
0.1 h
24
35 °F
7.4 h
0.5 h
25
36 °F
7.5 h
0 h
26
35 °F
7.8 h
0.1 h
27
34 °F
8 h
0 h
28
35 °F
7.7 h
0 h
29
36 °F
8 h
0 h
30
34 °F
7.3 h
0.2 h
31
36 °F
8.1 h
0 h
December in Beijing is crisp, dry and firmly wintery. Historical averages show 7.46 sunshine hours a day and only 0.34 precipitation hours, but the average daily maximum is just 2.98°C. Snow is not something you should count on for atmosphere; the more dependable feature is cold, bright weather that favours indoor luxury, evening candlelight and short, well-planned portrait sessions. Year-end celebrations can give hotel ballrooms and restaurants a festive energy, although corporate functions may also increase competition for prime weekend space. If December suits your style, ask venues about heating near entrances and private drop-off arrangements so guests are not left queuing in the cold.