Best Time to Visit Yan'an
Best time: May, Jun, Apr, Sep.
Jul is warmest (29°C high); Aug is rainiest (115 mm).
Yan'an weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1.3 | -11.6 | 3 | 4.5 |
| Feb | 4.9 | -7.9 | 5 | 5.5 |
| Mar | 11 | -1.6 | 15 | 6.8 |
| Apr | 19.3 | 5.1 | 28 | 8.1 |
| May | 24.4 | 10.5 | 46 | 9.5 |
| Jun | 28.1 | 14.7 | 59 | 10.2 |
| Jul | 29 | 17.4 | 111 | 9.5 |
| Aug | 27.5 | 16.3 | 115 | 8.7 |
| Sep | 22.5 | 10.9 | 90 | 7 |
| Oct | 16.7 | 4.2 | 36 | 5.8 |
| Nov | 9.2 | -3 | 14 | 4.6 |
| Dec | 3 | -9.3 | 3 | 4.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayJunAprSep
Beaches: JunMayFebJan
Hiking: AprMayOctMar
Sightseeing: MayJunAprOct
Yan'an 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 Yan'an?
May, Jun, Apr, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 115 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 29°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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