At a glance
| Metric | Changchun | Harbin |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 28°C | 28°C |
| Coldest month low | -17°C | -20°C |
| Annual rainfall | 800 mm | 740 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.8 h/day | 8.9 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & September | April–May & September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Changchun | Harbin | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.8 · Challenging | 0.8 · Challenging | — |
| February | 0.9 · Challenging | 0.8 · Challenging | Changchun |
| March | 4.5 · Poor | 3.7 · Poor | Changchun |
| April | 8.7 · Excellent | 8.5 · Excellent | Changchun |
| May | 9.5 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Changchun |
| June | 8.4 · Good | 8.2 · Good | Changchun |
| July | 6.5 · Fair | 6.7 · Fair | Harbin |
| August | 7.7 · Good | 8.0 · Good | Harbin |
| September | 9.3 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | — |
| October | 7.8 · Good | 7.2 · Good | Changchun |
| November | 0.9 · Challenging | 0.0 · Challenging | Changchun |
| December | 0.7 · Challenging | 0.6 · Challenging | Changchun |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Changchun or Harbin?
Changchun has the better travel weather in 8 of 12 months, versus 2 for Harbin — 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 Harbin?
The best months to visit Harbin are April–May & September, based on six years of climate data.
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