Beijing Weather July & Useful Tips for Travelling Beijing in July
July is one of the most chosen months to visit Beijing because many people will take a summer break at that time. It is also the time when the school summer holiday in China begins. This article will provide you with specific information about the weather, temperature, AQI, what to wear, where to go, and tips of a Beijing July tour.
Weather & Temperature in Beijing in July
Beijing in July is hot and rainy. It is the hottest month with plenty of rainfall. The average temperature in the daytime is 30℃ (86℉) and at night is 21℃ (69.8℉). The monthly precipitation is about 185mm. According to the historical data in 2018, there were 15 rainy days in July (there may be summer showers sometimes). But the rain hasn’t dampened the tourists’ enthusiasm because it’s cooler and the air quality is better on rainy days. Check more detailed information about Beijing Weekly Weather Forecast >>
Beijing Highest & Lowest Temperature in July 2018 Day by Day (Click to Enlarge)
Beijing AQI in July
The average AQI of Beijing in July is 78, which is considered as good. According to the historical Beijing AQI data in July, 2018, 8 days were evaluated as excellent, 14 days were good, and 9 days were lightly polluted. So generally speaking, Beijing AQI in July is very suitable for an outing. More information about Beijing AQI >>
Beijing AQI in July 2018 Day by Day (Click to Enlarge)
What to Wear & Pack in Beijing in July
As one of the hottest months, it’s recommended to pack airy T-shirts, shorts, skirts, and comfortable shoes or sandals in July. Because of the rain and sunray, umbrella, sun hat, sunglasses, and sunblock scream are also indispensable. Apart from that, mosquito repellent is something you can’t forget in summer. Generally speaking, it should be less than 100ml if you want to take it on the plane (you can also choose to buy one in Beijing because it is easy to find in the stores and supermarkets).
![Mutianyu Great Wall Beijing Weather in July](/assets/images/beijing/beijing-weather-in-july/simatai-july.jpg)
Where to Go in Beijing in July
To well arrange your Beijing tour in July, it is very important to choose the right places to go because many Chinese students and their parents will travel Beijing at that time. Apart from the attractions suitable to visit all year round like one of the world's five most important palaces – the Forbidden City, the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China - the Summer Palace, the largest sacrificial site Temple of Heaven, etc. there are some attractions you can choose to avoid the crowds. For example, you can take a walk on the magnificent Simatai, Jinshanling, or Mutianyu Great Wall, blend into the daily lives of Beijing locals in the maze-like Hutongs such as Pipe Slanting Street and West Four Hutongs, spend a ralaxing afternoon at numerous museums like National Museum of China, Capital Museum, and National Art Museum of China, or escape the summer heat at Chengde Mountain Resort.
![Forbidden City Beijing Weather in July](/assets/images/beijing/beijing-weather-in-july/forbidden-city-july.jpg)
Tips for Travelling Beijing in July
1. The weather is changeable in July and it is the rainy season, so pay attention to the weather forecast before your trip.
2. On sunny days, try to reduce outdoor activities from 12:00 to 14:00 when the ultraviolet rays are strong. You can stay indoor or in cool places like parks and gardens.
3. There will be more tourists than usual in July, especially in mid-and-late July. It is advisable to start your trip early in the morning to avoid the crowds.
4. Beijing is now available for the 144-Hour Visa-Free for Transit policy. With valid international travel documents and connecting flight tickets to a third country, you can stay in Beijing for 6 days without a visa.
![Beijing Beijing Weather in July](/assets/images/beijing/beijing-weather-in-july/summer-palace-july.jpg)
How to Plan a Beijing July Tour
With so many attractions to see, it is very important to well plan your Beijing trip. You can start by visiting Tiananmen Square, now the largest city plaza in the world, and then go to see one of the world’s five most important palaces – the Forbidden City. After lunch, spend an enjoyable time in the Summer Palace, the largest and best-preserved royal garden in China. At night, you can watch a wonderful Kungfu Show in the Red Theater or enjoy the classic Chinese art performance of Beijing Opera at Liyuan Theater. On the next day, get ready to a take a hiking trip on the Great Wall, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Then continue your trip to Sacred Way, a 7-kilometer-long passage leading to the Imperial Tombs of 13 Emperors of Ming Dynasty. After that, on your way back to Beijing, you can stop by at the Beijing Olympic Village to view its famous Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. On the last day, pay a visit to the Temple of Heaven, originally a site used to pay homage to Heaven and pray for good harvests. Then get back to the central city to one of the best lotus viewing sites, Beihai Park, or hop on a rickshaw to experience the typical Beijing Hutongs. If you have more days, you can go for an in-depth Great Wall hiking or photography tour, or add two days to visit Chengde Mountain Resort.
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And for those travelers visiting China in summer for the second or third time, most of them prefer to discover Zhangjiajie (3-5 days), Jiuzhai Valley (2-3 days), Yangtze River Cruise (4-5 days), Emeishan (1-2 days), Tibet (3-11 days), Guilin / Yangshuo / Longsheng (3-6 days), Huangshan (3-5 days), etc. to see the emerald top landscape and brilliant culture in China with lower temperature. If you want to enjoy a cool summer vacation with refreshing nature like mountains, forests, grassland, water, and other seasonal landscapes, you are recommended plan an itinerary to Guizhou (3-7 days), Yunnan (5-9 days), Inner Mongolia (3-6 days) and Qinghai (3-6 days), etc. to escape from the summer heat. Check all China Summer Tours >>
![Forbidden City Beijing Summer Travel](/assets/images/beijing/beijing-summer/forbidden-city-summer-768-01.jpg)
![Temple of Heaven Beijing Summer Travel](/assets/images/beijing/beijing-summer/temple-of-heaven-768.jpg)
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