At a glance
| Metric | Harbin | Shenyang |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 28°C | 30°C |
| Coldest month low | -20°C | -14°C |
| Annual rainfall | 740 mm | 841 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 8.9 h/day | 8.9 h/day |
| Best months | April–May & September | April–May & September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Harbin | Shenyang | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0.8 · Challenging | 0.9 · Challenging | Shenyang |
| February | 0.8 · Challenging | 1.3 · Challenging | Shenyang |
| March | 3.7 · Poor | 6.0 · Fair | Shenyang |
| April | 8.5 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| May | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| June | 8.2 · Good | 8.6 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| July | 6.7 · Fair | 5.5 · Fair | Harbin |
| August | 8.0 · Good | 7.4 · Good | Harbin |
| September | 9.3 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Harbin |
| October | 7.2 · Good | 8.9 · Excellent | Shenyang |
| November | 0.0 · Challenging | 3.0 · Poor | Shenyang |
| December | 0.6 · Challenging | 0.7 · Challenging | Shenyang |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Harbin or Shenyang?
Shenyang has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 3 for Harbin — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
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.
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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