Ultimate Xian Weather Guide & Best Time to Visit Xi’an in 2025

What’s weather like in Xian China today? Read on to find the answer.

With a sub-humid warm temperate continental monsoon climate and the location on the Northern Plains of China, Xi’an weather features four distinct seasons, including the mild and changeful spring, the scorching and stuffy summer, the cool and breezy autumn, and the frosty and dry winter.

Overview of Xian Weather

The annual average temperature of Xi’an weather ranges from 13 ºC (55.4 ºF) to 13.7 ºC (56.7 ºF). Generally, January keeps the coldest weather in Xi’an, with the mean minimum temperature of -5 ºC (23 ºF); while the highest Xi’an temperature can reach around 40 ºC (104 ºF) in July.

The annual precipitation in Xi’an fluctuates between 522.4 and 719.5 mm, increasing from north to south. July and September are two obvious peak months of rainfall. The annual average humidity is 69.6%.

The annual sunshine duration is 1679.9~2062.6 hours.

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When is the Best Time to Visit Xian?

The best time to travel to Xian is from March to May in spring when the Xi’an climate is mild and pleasant. Also, September and October in Xi’an’s autumn are good months to visit Xi’an.

In the spring, everything is renewed, and flowers bloom everywhere. In the autumn, the sky is clear, and the countryside is beautiful. Whether you bike on the historic city wall of XIan or walk under the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, you will sense the distinct appeal of this ancient capital.

Average Xian Temperature by Month

The extreme maximum temperature in Xi ‘an was 42.9℃ on June 17, 2006. The extreme minimum temperature from April to October was -1.9 ° C on October 29, 1978.

Please note: The above average Xian temperature in each month is based on previous years. When planning your trip to Xian, please refer to monthly weather forecast of Xi’an for the latest information.

Average Xian Rainfall by Month

Rainfall in Xi’an varies seasonally and randomly.

Please note: The above average Xian rainfall in each month is based on previous years. Before you travel to Xi’an, please refer to Xi’an weather forecast for the latest information.

Xian Weather Averages with Graphs

Average Temperatures of Xi’an Graph

Xi’an Seasons – Temperature, Clothing Guide, and Best Things to Do

Spring (March to May)

The weather in Xi’an in spring is warm and slightly dry, with the temperature varying greatly from morning to evening. The monthly average temperature in March is 9 ºC (48.2 ºF), which rebounds in May and can rise to 20 ºC (68 ºF) or even higher.

It should be noted that there may suddenly be strong cooling weather in the first and middle of April, and the temperature will quickly rise in the second half of the month.

Spring in Xi’an is a dry season with little precipitation. It is recommended that you consume extra water.

What to Wear

The light sweaters and thin down jackets are appropriate clothes to wear in Xi’an in early spring. In May, you can wear thin T-shirts or even short sleeves.

What to Do

The comfortable climate and blooming cherry blossoms make spring the best season for Xian tourism and outdoor activities. Top things to do include a biking tour on the Xi’an City Wall, enjoying the cherry blossoms in Qinglong Temple or Tang Paradise, watching birds at Cangerya Area, and paying a visit to the majestic Terracotta Army.

√ Recommended tours:

• 3 Days Xian Birds Watching Tour
• Tang Paradise Spring Festival Lantern Exhibition Tour

Summer (June to August)

Xi’an weather in summer is harsh, hot, and humid, especially in the middle of summer. The average temperature in early summer is 21.8℃, and the temperature shows a rising trend. But the temperature difference between day and night is large.

The average daily temperature in midsummer is between 24 and 28℃. The average daily temperature showed a slow decreasing trend. The temperature difference between day and night is 9 ~ 11℃. July is the hottest month of the year, with an average high temperature of 33 ºC (91.4 ºF). Extreme maximum temperature 35 ~ 40℃.

Typically, the rainy season comes to Xi’an in this period.

What to Wear

Short sleeves, vests, dresses and sandals are suitable clothes to wear in Xi’an in summer. A light long-sleeved shirt or light jacket is still recommended for early summer evenings.

When travel in Xian in summer, you are advised to bring sun-protective clothing, sunglasses and a sun hat.

What to Do

Summer in Xi’an is muggy, but there are some highly-recommended indoor activities to do. How about hunting the numerous historic treasures at the Shaanxi History Museum, Banpo Museaum, Yangling Mausoleum of Han Dynasty, and the Terracotta Warriors.

If you are an outdoor enthusiasts, there are also some summer retreat in Xian, such as the Lishan Mountain a famous Taoist holy land and imperial cemetery; Zhongnan Mountain, one of the birthplaces of Taoism in China and also one of China’s most famous mountains.

√ Recommended tours:

• Best Xian Day Tour
• Xian Group Day Tour: Terracotta Warriors and Banpo Museum

Autumn (September to November)

The autumn of Xian lasts from September to November, during which Xi’an weather becomes pleasantly cool. The average temperature ranges from 10 to 21 ºC (50 – 69.8 ºF). As the cold air from the north continues to move south, the daily average temperature shows a decreasing trend. with the lowest temperature of 5 ºC (41 ºF) at the end of November.

Xi ‘an autumn is a dry season with less precipitation. You are advised to drink more water when traveling.

What to Wear

Long-sleeved shirts and light coats are enough in September, but you need sweaters and trench coats after late October.

What to Do

Autumn is another good time to visit Xi’an, and tourists may appreciate a unique nature painting formed of layers of yellow ginkgo leaves at the Hanyangling Museum or Ancient Guanyin Temple. During the comfortable night, walk the Bell Tower and Drum Tower square, or sample a variety of local foods in the bustling Muslim Quarter. For adventure seekers, don’t miss the thrilling Huashan Mountain.

√ Recommended tours:

• 4 Days Xian Classic Tour with Mt. Huashan
• 2 Days Xian Highlights Tour
• 3 Days Best of Xian Tour Package

It should be remembered that the busiest travel period in China is during the National Day Holiday, which runs from October 1 to 7. You should avoid visiting Xi’an when there are a lot of tourists.

Winter (December to February)

Xi’an weather in winter starts to get chilly, dry and foggy, and there would be several snowfalls. January is the coldest month of the year, with the mean temperature of 0 ºC (32 ºF) and the lowest temperature sometimes dropping below -4 ºC 24.8 ºF).

What to Wear

Warm clothes including padded jackets, down coats, and woolen sweaters are recommended.

What to Do

Winter is a low-travel season in Xian. However, visiting Xi’an in the winter is a fantastic option for budget tourists due to the lower cost of entrance fees and accommodations. Moreover, there will be less tourists.

Here are some popular places in winter to explore like the Cuihua Mountain Ski Resort, Tangyu Hot Springs, and Stele Forest. Chinese New Year and Lantern Festival often fall in late January or early February when you can enjoy special events such as shadow plays and spectacular fireworks. In addition, The Tang Dynasty Show with dumpling banquet is also highly recommended.