Jilin in China sees its peak temperatures in July (30°C (86°F)) and its coolest in January (-8°C (18°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Changchun, 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.
In Jilin, the months of May and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 23°C (73°F) and 24°C (75°F).
The coldest months generally fall in January, February, March, November and December.
When it comes to rainfall, Jilin sees significant variations throughout the year. July tends to be the wettest, receiving 178 mm (7 in) of rain, while January is much drier with just 7 mm (0.3 in). The driest period occurs in January, February, March and December, with rainfall remaining under 20 mm (0.8 in).
May is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.