Taiyuan Weather in June

June: warm days, cooler evenings

Taiyuan is properly warm in June, with highs around 32°C and lows near 17°C. Afternoons can feel hot in the sun, but evenings are more comfortable for a walk around Yingze Park. There's plenty of daylight for the Shanxi Museum or the temples at Jinci, though you may want to keep outdoor sightseeing for morning or late afternoon.

Rain falls on about nine days, usually in short spells rather than all-day washouts. The month is drier than July, but showers can still interrupt a long visit to Jinci's gardens. Keep an indoor stop, such as the Shanxi Museum, in mind for a wet afternoon.

If you dislike sticky heat, June is easier than the height of summer, but don't expect spring weather.

Festivals and summer crowds

The Dragon Boat Festival can fall in June, though its date shifts each year. If it does, expect holiday travel and local celebrations; Taiyuan's food stalls may sell zongzi, sticky rice wrapped in leaves. Check the calendar for the year you're visiting before settling on your travel days.

Outside that holiday, June is usually calmer than July and August, when school breaks bring more families to popular sights. Prices tend to be gentler than in peak summer, while April and May are also popular months for comfortable sightseeing.

Make the most of your visit

Travelling with kids? Plan Jinci for a cooler part of the day, then leave the afternoon for the Shanxi Museum.

At Jinci, allow time for the older temple halls and the famous ancient cypress, not just the main shrine. The grounds are lovely after rain, but paths can be slippery, so take care. For a local meal, try *tounao*, a warming soup associated with Taiyuan; it can still hit the spot on a rainy evening.