At a glance
| Metric | Beijing | Jinan |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 33°C | 33°C |
| Coldest month low | -7°C | -4°C |
| Annual rainfall | 628 mm | 718 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.9 h/day | 8.5 h/day |
| Best months | March–May & September–October | March–May & September–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Beijing | Jinan | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.6 · Challenging | 3.6 · Poor | Jinan |
| February | 4.4 · Poor | 5.3 · Fair | Jinan |
| March | 9.2 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Jinan |
| April | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| May | 9.6 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Jinan |
| June | 5.7 · Fair | 5.2 · Fair | Beijing |
| July | 4.2 · Poor | 4.7 · Poor | Jinan |
| August | 6.1 · Fair | 5.8 · Fair | Beijing |
| September | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.9 · Excellent | Beijing |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| November | 5.9 · Fair | 7.9 · Good | Jinan |
| December | 2.8 · Challenging | 3.8 · Poor | Jinan |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Beijing or Jinan?
Jinan has the better travel weather in 7 of 12 months, versus 3 for Beijing — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
The best months to visit Beijing are March–May & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Jinan?
The best months to visit Jinan are March–May & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
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