Xi'an, ChinaQuick decision
When to visit Xi'an?
🌞 Best time overall
May
🌡️ Optimal temperature
15°C–28°C in May
🌧 Least rain
23% rainy days in May
🌧 Wettest month
January (11%)
📅 Best score
8.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Terracotta ArmyMar–May or Sep–Nov — 8,000 warriors, UNESCO, avoid summer heat.
Xi'an city wallsYear-round — 14 km Ming dynasty wall by bike, panoramic views.
Muslim QuarterYear-round — roujiamo (Chinese burger), biang biang noodles, skewers.
BudgetNov–Feb — tickets and hotels –30%, cold but bearable 5–10°C.
Monthly climate data
Xi'an weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | -4°C | 6°C | 11% | 0.4 | 8.9h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌫️ February | -2°C | 10°C | 13% | 0.6 | 9.3h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ March | 5°C | 17°C | 16% | 0.9 | 9.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 11°C | 24°C | 22% | 1.7 | 9.9h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ May | 15°C | 28°C | 23% | 1.7 | 10.6h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 20°C | 33°C | 26% | 2.7 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 23°C | 33°C | 33% | 3.9 | 11.6h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 23°C | 33°C | 35% | 3.0 | 11.5h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 17°C | 26°C | 36% | 4.1 | 9.3h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 10°C | 19°C | 34% | 2.6 | 5.8h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ November | 4°C | 14°C | 19% | 0.8 | 8.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | -3°C | 8°C | 6% | 0.3 | 8.8h | 6.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 23°C, 20% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 33°C, 31% rainy days, 11.4h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 20°C, 30% rainy days, 7.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 8°C, 10% rainy days, 9.0h sunshine/day. Score: 6.1/10.
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Tip : February, October offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
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May is ideal with 23% rainy days and 28°C.
January is the wettest month with 11% rainy days.
Yes, May is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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