Heilongjiang in China sees its peak temperatures in July (29°C (84°F)) and its coolest in January (-11°C (12°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Harbin, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
The weather in Heilongjiang during May and September is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) to 23°C (73°F).
The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, November and December.
Precipitation in Heilongjiang varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while January stays relatively dry with 6 mm (0.2 in). The driest conditions can be found during January, February, March, November and December, with rainfall staying below 18 mm (0.7 in).
May is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.