What is the weather like in Beijing in February?

Expect temperatures between -5°C and 6°C with 2% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Beijing in February?

Beijing in February scores 62/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Beijing in February?

February in Beijing is ideal for: Photographers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Beijing Weather in February | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

6°C

Hottest around day 29

Avg Low

-5°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

2% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Beijing

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

100/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Jun

Monthly Traffic Distribution

443

Jan

617

Feb

613

Mar

579

Apr

566

May

176

Jun

1660

Jul

1665

Aug

1540

Sep

1588

Oct

1597

Nov

1576

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Chengdu Shuangliu (CTU)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan (HGH)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There is anoutbreak of chikungunyain Guangdong Province, China.Chikungunya vaccinationis recommended for people traveling to an area with a chikungunya outbreak.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to China.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is February a Good Time to Visit Beijing?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(62/100)

Short Answer

February brings winter conditions to Beijing with 6°C average highs. The 2% precipitation chance may include snow. Essential: warm coat, layers, and waterproof footwear.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Very Unhealthy

Very unhealthy. Avoid outdoor activities. Wear N95 mask if you must go out.

Excellent dry conditions

Only 2% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Plenty of sunshine

8.4h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

37% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Photographers
8.4h sunshine, 66% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 6°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 46/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Beijing in February averages 6°C with 2% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Beijing in February

What are the temperatures in Beijing in February?

Daytime highs average 6°C, nights drop to -5°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Beijing in February?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Beijing in February?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is February peak season in Beijing?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Beijing Weather in February

Beijing February Weather Calendar