China in July
Summer
North China Temp
23 to 35°CSouth China Temp
28 to 36°CRainfall
HighThe hottest month in most of China. The "Four Furnaces" (Wuhan, Chongqing, Nanjing, Changsha) are sweltering. However, this is peak season for Tibet, Inner Mongolia, and highland destinations. School holidays mean more domestic tourists.
Events & Festivals in July
Qingdao International Beer Festival (late July)
Naadam Festival in Inner Mongolia
School summer holidays begin
Recommended Activities
Tibet trekking at its best
Qingdao Beer Festival
Inner Mongolia horseback riding
Beach holidays in Hainan or Beidaihe
Escape the heat in Guizhou highlands
Best Regions to Visit
Tibet (best weather)
Inner Mongolia (grassland festivals)
Qingdao (beer festival)
Yunnan highlands (cool escape)
Regions to Avoid
Wuhan, Chongqing, Nanjing (extreme heat)
Southeast coast (typhoon risk)
Packing Tips
1Lightest possible clothing
2Strong sunscreen (SPF 50+)
3Electrolyte supplements for heat
4Air-conditioned accommodation is essential
5Wide-brimmed hat