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Best Time to Visit Taiyuan

Best time to visit Taiyuan is from late spring (May) to autumn (November), especially May, June, September and October. The climate of Taiyuan city belongs to the warm temperate zone continental climate. It is sunny and dry in winter, hot in summer with great temperature difference between day and nigh. In addition, the sunshine here is strong in spring and the wind is very big with dust.


The temperature in Taiyuan begins to warm up from May. To the end of September, the temperature fell sharply again. For it is located in the hinterland, temperature difference between day and night is very big. The temperature between May and September is 10℃ to 30℃. The hottest time is in July and August, but it will fall below 20℃ at night.

 

Travel to Taiyuan in Spring

Taiyuan weather in spring (March to May) is a warm season. There is occasionally dust storm which may cause inconvenient, but most days are fine and comfortable with coat and trousers, along with spare sweater.

► Outdoor activities can be considered such as a hiking tour on the Mount Wutai. Also, paying a visit to Twin Pagoda Temple is a best choice.

Travel to Taiyuan in Summer

Taiyuan weather in summer (June to August) is high temperature, high humidity and concentrated precipitation, with temperature differs between day and night. Also it is the rainfall season, so an umbrella will be fine if you choose to visit Taiyuan this period.

► The high temperature in day will cause upset. It is better to avoid long-time outdoor activities; recommended sites in this season can be indoor places such as Jinci Temple, Chongshan Temple, etc.

Travel to Taiyuan in Autumn

Weather in autumn (September to November) of Taiyuan is satisfied for most people. Cool temperature with sunny days makes your Taiyuan tour comfortable. One thing should be kept in mind that it is a high season so that more crowd than the usual time.

Mt. Wutai climbing can be arranged during autumn tour. Standing on the peak of Mt. Wutai, you can look out at tier upon tier of mountains and spectacular rock groups.

Travel to Taiyuan in Winter 

Taiyuan weather in winter (December to February) is a low season. Most winter days are foggy, and sometimes snow falls.

► For budget tourists, winter is a good choice because of the less cost. Attractions such as Twin Pagoda Temple, Chongshan Temple and Jinci Temple are all for your choice.

Climate Data Table for Taiyuan

    Month Item
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Average temperature
-5.5
-1.5
-5
12.5
18
22
24
22.5
17.5
16
3
-3.5
Maximum
Temperature(℃)
1
5
12
20
25
29
30
28
24
28
9
3
Minimum
Temperature(℃)
-12
-8
-2
5
11
15
18
17
11
4
-3
-10
Rainfall (mm)
3
5
12
22
34
55
106
100
59
28
12
3


Note: Visitors can wear light clothing in spring and autumn traveling in Taiyuan, such as jackets, sweaters, suits, etc. One must carry a jacket or winter cotton coat to prepare for cold outdoor use in the cold winter. You must keep warm, especially the head and foot.