At a glance
| Metric | Dalian | Shenyang |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 28°C | 30°C |
| Coldest month low | -5°C | -14°C |
| Annual rainfall | 749 mm | 841 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.9 h/day | 8.9 h/day |
| Best months | May–June & September–October | April–May & September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Dalian | Shenyang | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1.4 · Challenging | 0.9 · Challenging | Dalian |
| February | 2.3 · Challenging | 1.3 · Challenging | Dalian |
| March | 5.4 · Fair | 6.0 · Fair | Shenyang |
| April | 8.7 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| May | 9.9 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Dalian |
| June | 9.6 · Excellent | 8.6 · Excellent | Dalian |
| July | 9.1 · Excellent | 5.5 · Fair | Dalian |
| August | 7.8 · Good | 7.4 · Good | Dalian |
| September | 9.9 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Dalian |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Dalian |
| November | 5.9 · Fair | 3.0 · Poor | Dalian |
| December | 2.1 · Challenging | 0.7 · Challenging | Dalian |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Dalian or Shenyang?
Dalian has the better travel weather in 10 of 12 months, versus 2 for Shenyang — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
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.
When is the best time to visit Shenyang?
The best months to visit Shenyang are April–May & September, based on six years of climate data.
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