Best Time to Visit Qingdao
China · weather by month, temperature and rainfall
The best time to visit Qingdao is May and October, when the weather is at its most comfortable for sightseeing and time outdoors. August is the hottest month, with average highs of 28°C (82°F), while January is the coldest, with lows around 0°C (31°F). Rain is heaviest in July, at about 208 mm (8.2 in), and lightest in January, at 10 mm (0.4 in). July is the least comfortable month, mainly because of the rain.
Qingdao weather by month
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Humidity | Sun hrs/day | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C 39°F | 0°C 31°F | 10 mm | 2 | 71% | 4.6 | Poor 4.3 |
| February | 5°C 40°F | 0°C 33°F | 19 mm | 4 | 72% | 4.8 | Fair 4.6 |
| March | 9°C 48°F | 3°C 38°F | 20 mm | 3 | 73% | 6.6 | Fair 6 |
| April | 14°C 56°F | 8°C 47°F | 38 mm | 5 | 75% | 6.7 | Good 7.8 |
| May | 19°C 66°F | 14°C 57°F | 67 mm | 7 | 77% | 6.7 | Excellent 9.4 |
| June | 23°C 74°F | 19°C 66°F | 89 mm | 9 | 84% | 5.9 | Excellent 9.1 |
| July | 27°C 80°F | 24°C 74°F | 208 mm | 16 | 87% | 4.7 | Poor 3.6 |
| August | 28°C 82°F | 25°C 76°F | 191 mm | 17 | 83% | 5.5 | Poor 4.4 |
| September | 25°C 77°F | 21°C 70°F | 94 mm | 8 | 75% | 5.9 | Excellent 8.5 |
| October | 20°C 68°F | 15°C 60°F | 36 mm | 4 | 69% | 6.5 | Excellent 10 |
| November | 13°C 56°F | 9°C 48°F | 38 mm | 4 | 70% | 5.8 | Good 7.7 |
| December | 6°C 43°F | 2°C 36°F | 15 mm | 3 | 70% | 5.2 | Fair 5.2 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Qingdao?
The best time to visit Qingdao is May and October, based on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and plenty of sunshine.
What is the hottest month in Qingdao?
August is the hottest month in Qingdao, with an average high of 28°C (82°F).
What is the coldest month in Qingdao?
January is the coldest month in Qingdao, with an average low of 0°C (31°F).
What is the rainiest month in Qingdao?
July is the wettest month, with about 208 mm (8.2 in) of rain. January is the driest, with 10 mm (0.4 in).
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