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Beijing in June

Long days and green parks before the real rains arrive. Domestic student travel picks up at the end of the month.

GoodHot, highs near 88F (31C), rising humidity

Great Wall Mutianyu, Beijing — BeijingPhoto: Velatrix, CC0

The straight answer

June is a good month to visit Beijing. Long days and green parks before the real rains arrive. Domestic student travel picks up at the end of the month.

Weather: Hot, highs near 88F (31C), rising humidity
Crowds: 3 of 5
Prices: 3 of 5

What June is like in Beijing

June is hot, with highs near 88F (31C) and rising humidity. The days are long and the parks are green, and the real summer rains have not arrived yet. Crowds and prices are moderate. Domestic student travel picks up at the end of the month, so the first half is calmer.

It suits travelers who can handle heat and want long days for sightseeing. Plan early starts, indoor breaks in the hottest hours, and plenty of water. If you want cooler, clearer weather with fewer crowds, September is the best alternative.

Make the most of June

What is especially good about Beijing this month.

Long daylight hours

The sun sets late, so you have plenty of time for sights. Evening walks through the hutongs are pleasant.

Green parks

The Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace are lush. Early morning is the coolest time.

Before the summer rush

Early June is calmer than July and August. School groups arrive at the end of the month.

What to pack for June

Light, breathable clothes
Sunscreen and a hat
A refillable water bottle
A small umbrella

Our timing tip

Go in early June before student travel starts, and visit outdoor sites at opening time.

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Things to do in Beijing

Full guide

The Forbidden City (Palace Museum)

Tickets are sold online in advance with real-name registration and a daily cap; it is closed most Mondays. Book early for holiday weeks.

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Great Wall at Mutianyu or Jinshanling

Mutianyu has a cable car and toboggan; Jinshanling is farther but wilder. Leave early to beat tour buses.

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Temple of Heaven

Go in the early morning to see locals practicing tai chi, dancing, and playing cards in the park.

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Summer Palace

A vast imperial garden around Kunming Lake. Spring blossoms and fall color are best; winter brings skating on the lake.

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Jingshan Park

The short climb gives the classic view straight down over the Forbidden City's golden roofs.

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Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

An active Tibetan Buddhist temple with a giant sandalwood Buddha. Busy during Chinese New Year.

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Beat the crowds

Never plan big sights for October 1 to 7, the first days of May, or the week around Chinese New Year. Shift the whole trip a week either way.
Book Palace Museum tickets the moment they open, and enter at the first time slot through the Meridian Gate. Walk straight to the back courtyards and work forward.
Skip Badaling, the closest Great Wall section and the most crowded. Mutianyu or Jinshanling on a weekday morning is a very different experience.
Midweek is noticeably quieter than weekends at every major site because domestic tourism dominates.

Know before you go

The Palace Museum and many other museums close on Mondays, except during national holidays. Check before you plan the day.
During the first days of Chinese New Year, many small restaurants and family businesses close; big sights, hotels, and malls stay open.
Many sites now require advance online booking with passport details, and daily visitor caps can sell out on weekends and holidays.
Outdoor sites like the Great Wall run shorter hours in winter. Some remote sections close in heavy snow or high wind.

Beijing in June, quick answers

Is June a good time to visit Beijing?

June is a good month to visit Beijing. Long days and green parks before the real rains arrive. Domestic student travel picks up at the end of the month.

What is the weather like in Beijing in June?

Hot, highs near 88F (31C), rising humidity.

Is Beijing crowded in June?

Crowds in Beijing are moderate in June; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.