Climate Overview
The climate in Changping is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 630mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 226mm of rainfall. Changping is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, July, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -10°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Changping has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 40°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -10°C and the daily average is -5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 9°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Changping is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 630mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 53mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 226mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. That's 224mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 17cm annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 6cm.
Wind
Changping is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Changping, which began on March 20, 2026. Changping is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in June at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -10°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 59mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 19 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 434mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -2 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 124mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Expect around 6cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -10 to 4°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 14mm for the entire season. Expect around 8cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Changping is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 48mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -10°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Changping based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.