When to go en Chine ?

Because of its vastness, China offers a wide variety of climates, which can be roughly classified into two categories: continental climate in the north (cold and dry in winter, hot and relatively humid in summer, temperatures easily go down to -20°C in the extreme north of the country, but they can be close to +40°C in summer in Beijing!) and more and more humid and tropical climate when you get closer to the southern border of the country (monsoons in the extreme south).

The Chinese tourist high season covers the periods from March to October and the low season from November to February. Based on the lunar calendar, special events are held to celebrate the Chinese New Year (January to February), the Lantern Festival (15 days after the Chinese New Year) and October¹ (anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China). A word of advice, avoid traveling to China during these periods. Prices are doubled or tripled and transportation is crowded.

Spring and fall are generally the best seasons to travel in China. From north to south, the weather is open and warm, although there is a chance of showers. Winter may be inadvisable, except for a trip mainly focused on the coastal provinces of southern China. Also, beware of the heat in summer, from north to south, which can make it difficult to travel.

Despite its temperatures well below zero, winter can be a good season to discover Beijing under a blue sky if you are not too afraid of the cold.