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China Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in China in September.

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Planning a journey to China this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in China in September

China has a wide variety of climate types. During September, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Qilian at 10°C (50°F) to very warm in Foshan at 33°C (91°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Foshan and -2°C (28°F) in Qilian.

For specific regional insights in China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ruoqiang with an average of 1.7 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Luding with 331 mm (13 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in September. Beijing typically receives 208 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in China — and find the best time to visit. (based on Beijing)

January3°C (37°F) February7°C (45°F) March15°C (59°F) April23°C (73°F) May30°C (86°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August32°C (90°F) September28°C (82°F) October21°C (70°F) November12°C (54°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in China in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across China.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in China

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in China?

Temperature range in China (September)

Precipitation variation in China (September)

Beijing

In September Beijing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
28°C (82°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
210 hours
208 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Beijing →

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 high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
169 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Shanghai →

Guangzhou

In September Guangzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
169 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
283 mm (11 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
13 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Guangzhou →

Chengdu

In September Chengdu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
79 hours
61 hours
Monthly rainfall
291 mm (11 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Chengdu →

Xi'an

In September Xi'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
170 hours
122 hours
96 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Xi'an →

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In our records: China September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest September day in China brought 362 mm (14 in) in Guangzhou on September 6, 1992.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in China in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beijing 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Shanghai 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Guangzhou 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Qingdao 26°C (79°F) 20°C (68°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Lijiang 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 256 mm (10 in)
Sanya 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 277 mm (11 in)

China weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in China in September?

September in China brings perfect weather. In Beijing, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

What is the average temperature in China in September?

Daytime temperatures in Beijing peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in September, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

Does China get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in China during September, with Beijing averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit China?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to China. Typically, the climate in Beijing is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Beijing. In contrast, January and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in China.

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