Best Time to Visit Harbin
China · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
If you want the most pleasant weather in Harbin, plan your trip for May and September. July is the hottest month, with average highs of 28°C (83°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around -24°C (-12°F). Rain is heaviest in July, at about 147 mm (5.8 in), and lightest in January, at 6 mm (0.2 in). January is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the cold.
Harbin weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -14°C 7°F | -24°C -12°F | 6 mm | 2 | 90% | 5.9 | Poor 0 |
| February | -8°C 17°F | -21°C -5°F | 7 mm | 2 | 85% | 6.3 | Poor 0.1 |
| March | 2°C 36°F | -10°C 15°F | 14 mm | 4 | 71% | 6.4 | Poor 3.7 |
| April | 13°C 55°F | 0°C 32°F | 25 mm | 5 | 58% | 6.1 | Good 7.6 |
| May | 21°C 70°F | 8°C 46°F | 70 mm | 11 | 60% | 6 | Excellent 9.2 |
| June | 26°C 79°F | 15°C 58°F | 117 mm | 17 | 68% | 5.8 | Good 6.7 |
| July | 28°C 83°F | 18°C 65°F | 147 mm | 18 | 75% | 5.5 | Fair 5 |
| August | 27°C 80°F | 17°C 62°F | 126 mm | 15 | 76% | 5.4 | Fair 6.2 |
| September | 22°C 71°F | 9°C 49°F | 60 mm | 9 | 71% | 6.9 | Excellent 9.8 |
| October | 12°C 53°F | 0°C 32°F | 24 mm | 5 | 69% | 6.7 | Good 7.2 |
| November | -1°C 30°F | -10°C 14°F | 21 mm | 5 | 78% | 5.1 | Poor 2.6 |
| December | -12°C 10°F | -21°C -7°F | 9 mm | 3 | 88% | 5.2 | Poor 0 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Harbin?
The best time to visit Harbin is May and September, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Harbin?
July is the hottest month in Harbin, with an average high of 28°C (83°F).
What is the coldest month in Harbin?
January is the coldest month in Harbin, with an average low of -24°C (-12°F).
What is the rainiest month in Harbin?
July is the wettest month, with about 147 mm (5.8 in) of rain. January is the driest, with 6 mm (0.2 in).
Does it snow in Harbin?
Snow is possible in November, when daytime highs stay close to or below freezing.
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