🇨🇳 Beijing vs Bishkek 🇰🇬

Beijing, China vs Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Beijing is the warmer of the two — about 2 degrees warmer on average across the year. Beijing is drier, with roughly 39 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇨🇳 Beijing🇰🇬 Bishkek
Avg annual high18°C16°C
Hottest monthJuly (31°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (-9°C low)January (-9°C low)
Rainy days / year65104
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Best months to visitApril, September, OctoberMay, June, September

🇨🇳 Beijing

Best around April, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

🇰🇬 Bishkek

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (-9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Beijing or Bishkek warmer?

Beijing is warmer overall, averaging about 2 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Beijing or Bishkek?

Bishkek is rainier — Beijing sees about 39 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Beijing vs Bishkek?

Beijing is best around April, September, October; Bishkek is best around May, June, September.

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