Best Time to Visit Shanhaiguan
Best time: May, Jun, Sep, Apr.
Aug is warmest (28.4°C high); Aug is rainiest (181 mm).
Shanhaiguan weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.2 | -11.6 | 3 | 4.2 |
| Feb | 2.2 | -9.4 | 3 | 5.5 |
| Mar | 8.3 | -2.7 | 11 | 7.3 |
| Apr | 16.5 | 4.8 | 18 | 8.9 |
| May | 22.7 | 11.5 | 51 | 10 |
| Jun | 26.4 | 16.4 | 70 | 10.4 |
| Jul | 28.2 | 20.3 | 180 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 28.4 | 19.6 | 181 | 8.6 |
| Sep | 24.5 | 13.2 | 61 | 8 |
| Oct | 18.2 | 6.1 | 19 | 6.1 |
| Nov | 8.9 | -2.3 | 11 | 4.4 |
| Dec | 2.4 | -8.8 | 4 | 3.7 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayJunSepApr
Beaches: JunMayFebMar
Hiking: AprOctMaySep
Sightseeing: MayAprOctJun
Shanhaiguan quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jul, Aug): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shanhaiguan?
May, Jun, Sep, Apr.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 181 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 28.4°C.
Where to stay
See Shanhaiguan hotels · Book Shanhaiguan tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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