China weather in September
What is the weather like in China in September?
The weather conditions in China in September range from poor to perfect depending on the destination.
During September in China, the average maximum temperature ranges from moderate in Hailar with 16°C (61°F) to very high in Yangshuo with 32°C (90°F). Minimum nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Yangshuo and 3°C (37°F) in Hailar.
Precipitation in September ranges from almost no in Ruoqiang with an average of 1mm (0inch) rainfall to heavy in Shenzhen with 255mm (10inch).
It is also generally a
sunny
period with an average of 208 hours of sunshine in Beijing during the entire month.
We invite you to have a look at the map below to find out more about the different weather conditions per location in China.
Where to go in China in September





Popular destinations in China
What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in China?
Average weather in Beijing
In September Beijing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Average weather in Shanghai
In September Shanghai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Average weather in Guangzhou
In September Guangzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (89°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Average weather in Chengdu
In September Chengdu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Average weather in Xi'an
In September Xi'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (78°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (62°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is September the best time to go to China?
In our opinion September is one of the best times to visit China with commonly perfect weather in Beijing. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average the best time to visit China is in April, May, September and October with generally perfect weather in Beijing.
The worst months are January and December that can have poor weather conditions.
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