At a glance
| Metric | Changchun | Dalian |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 28°C | 28°C |
| Coldest month low | -17°C | -5°C |
| Annual rainfall | 800 mm | 749 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.8 h/day | 8.9 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & September | May–June & September–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Changchun | Dalian | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.8 · Challenging | 1.4 · Challenging | Dalian |
| February | 0.9 · Challenging | 2.3 · Challenging | Dalian |
| March | 4.5 · Poor | 5.4 · Fair | Dalian |
| April | 8.7 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | — |
| May | 9.5 · Excellent | 9.9 · Excellent | Dalian |
| June | 8.4 · Good | 9.6 · Excellent | Dalian |
| July | 6.5 · Fair | 9.1 · Excellent | Dalian |
| August | 7.7 · Good | 7.8 · Good | Dalian |
| September | 9.3 · Excellent | 9.9 · Excellent | Dalian |
| October | 7.8 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Dalian |
| November | 0.9 · Challenging | 5.9 · Fair | Dalian |
| December | 0.7 · Challenging | 2.1 · Challenging | Dalian |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Changchun or Dalian?
Dalian has the better travel weather in 11 of 12 months, versus 0 for Changchun — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Changchun?
The best months to visit Changchun are April–May & September, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Dalian?
The best months to visit Dalian are May–June & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
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