Beijing in June

In June, Beijing averages 30°C (86°F) during the day and 18°C (64°F) at night, with around 9 days of rain (70 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Occasional showers are likely but won't dominate.

June is a great month to visit Beijing: pleasant temperatures and relatively few wet days.

30°C
Avg high
18°C
Avg low
9
Rain days
70 mm
Rainfall

How June compares to the rest of the year in Beijing

2nd
warmest month of the 12
3rd
wettest month of the 12
12%
of yearly rainfall falls in June
14 h 59 min
daylight on the 15th

June is one of the warmest months in Beijing (2nd of 12) and one of the wettest months (3rd of 12). Daytime temperature runs 12°C above the annual average (18°C). June runs 3°C warmer than May (27°C) and warms a further 1°C into July (31°C).

June sunrise & sunset in Beijing

🌅
Sunrise (15th)
4:45 AM
🌇
Sunset (15th)
7:44 PM
Day length
14 h 59 min

Times shown for Beijing local time (Asia/Shanghai), calculated for the 15th of June. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Beijing — June

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of June, in Beijing's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
3:45 AM – 4:25 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
4:25 AM – 5:25 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
7:04 PM – 8:04 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
8:04 PM – 8:44 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Fair
Core only briefly above the horizon — a marginal month even from dark sites near Beijing.

📅 When to book — Beijing in June

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on June's tier (Shoulder) and Beijing's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

Crowds & pricing — June in Beijing

Shoulder

Beijing is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Sun & mosquito risk — June in Beijing

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.3
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

📊 Right now vs typical — Beijing in June

Actual avg (last 30 days)
29.2°C
85°F
Typical June avg high
30°C
86°F · 30-yr baseline
Anomaly
▼ -0.8°C
cooler

The past 30 days in Beijing have been running 0.8°C cooler than the typical June average.

Comparison window 2026-05-20 → 2026-06-19 (19 days of observed data). Single-month windows are noisy — strong signals here flag a real anomaly; small ones (<1°C) are within typical year-to-year variation.

Beijing in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 2°C / 36°F -9°C / 16°F 3 mm 2 2
February 5°C / 41°F -6°C / 21°F 5 mm 2 2
March 12°C / 54°F -1°C / 30°F 10 mm 3 1
April 21°C / 70°F 7°C / 45°F 25 mm 4 0
May 27°C / 81°F 13°C / 55°F 35 mm 5 0
June 30°C / 86°F 18°C / 64°F 70 mm 9 0
July 31°C / 88°F 22°C / 72°F 175 mm 14 0
August 30°C / 86°F 21°C / 70°F 165 mm 12 0
September 26°C / 79°F 14°C / 57°F 50 mm 7 0
October 19°C / 66°F 7°C / 45°F 25 mm 3 0
November 10°C / 50°F -1°C / 30°F 10 mm 2 1
December 4°C / 39°F -7°C / 19°F 5 mm 2 2

Other cities with similar June weather

🌍 See the full ranked list of climate twins for Beijing in June →

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Beijing in June?

In June, Beijing averages a high of 30°C (86°F) and a low of 18°C (64°F) — generally hot.

Does it rain a lot in Beijing in June?

June sees occasional rain in Beijing, with about 9 rainy days on average.

Is June a good time to visit Beijing?

June is hot. It suits travelers who are comfortable with hot weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Beijing in June?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen. See the full June packing list for Beijing for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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