Weather in Xi'an
What's the weather like in Xi'an?
Xi'an has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 7°C (44°F) in January to 33°C (92°F) in July, with overnight lows around -3°C (26°F) and 23°C (73°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Xi'an are April through May, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇳 China
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Coordinates
- 34.342, 108.940
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 44°F | -3°C / 26°F | 10 mm | 3 | — |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | -1°C / 30°F | 18 mm | 4 | — |
| March | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 42°F | 28 mm | 6 | — |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 51°F | 59 mm | 10 | — |
| May | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 60°F | 56 mm | 7 | — |
| June | 31°C / 88°F | 20°C / 69°F | 97 mm | 9 | — |
| July | 33°C / 92°F | 23°C / 73°F | 94 mm | 9 | — |
| August | 32°C / 89°F | 22°C / 72°F | 110 mm | 10 | — |
| September | 26°C / 78°F | 17°C / 63°F | 128 mm | 12 | — |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 51°F | 73 mm | 10 | — |
| November | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 38°F | 28 mm | 6 | — |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | -3°C / 27°F | 7 mm | 2 | — |
Xi'an by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Xi'an?
The most comfortable months in Xi'an are usually March, April, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Xi'an?
July is typically the hottest month in Xi'an, averaging a high of 33°C (92°F).
What is the coldest month in Xi'an?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -3°C (26°F).
Does it snow in Xi'an?
Snow is rare in Xi'an; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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