Compared to July and August, Beijing's peak tourist season, June is a great time to explore Beijing because of the acceptable heat, fewer tourists, and moderate hotel prices.
This article introduces the weather condition and travel tips in Beijing in June.
What's the Weather Like When Traveling in Beijing in June
June is mainly sunny, with daytime temperatures generally ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), similar to June weather in Singapore and New York.
June is hot, and being outdoors all day would be a little unbearable, especially for children and elderly people.
You'd better to visit outdoor attractions in the morning and late afternoon, and indoor attractions (like a cooking class in hutongs) during the midday and afternoon.
Summer in BeijingSince the 16th-30th is hotter than the 1st-15th, if you have flexible timing, early June is the best time (cooler and also less crowded).
June has a low probability of rainfall, mainly localized showers, usually of short duration, up to half a day. Thus, it would have little impact on the trip.
Although the likelihood of extreme wind and rain is relatively small, if such weather occurs, the trip schedule may be affected and flights could be canceled or delayed.
In this case, we will communicate with you immediately about alternatives and keep an eye on subsequent flights and immediate replacements.
What to Wear in Beijing in June
The weather in June is ideal for lightweight, breathable clothing. You could pack:
- Shorts or skirts for the warm daytime temperatures.
- Thin coats or long sleeves for cooler mornings and evenings.
- Rain gear (umbrella or raincoat) to keep yourself dry during unexpected showers.
- Sunscreen and a sun hat to protect yourself from the strong summer sun.
4 Travel Tips in Beijing in June
This section provides you with tips when traveling Beijing's major attractions in June.
1. Tips for Visiting the Forbidden City
Compared to the peak tourist season in July and August, the number of visitors to the Forbidden City in June is lower, making it relatively easy to book tickets.
Our tours include tickets. We recommend that you book your tour with us as early as possible to ensure you get the tickets.
If you are interested in the royal life in ancient China, click our 4-Day Beijing Private Tour.
The Forbidden City is very large and has few shaded areas.
Since the hottest hours are from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you could start your visit at 8-9 a.m., prioritizing indoor exhibitions such as the Treasure Hall and the Clock Hall when it gets hot.
There are few tourists in the Forbidden City when early morning.As the security line is very long, if you want to save time, we suggest not bringing bags. This way, you could go directly through the bag-free inspection channel and enter the Forbidden City faster.
If you want to eat during your visit, you could choose the Ice House Western Restaurant near the Cining Palace.
This was the place where the palace used to make and store ice. Now it is a semi-underground restaurant with
Ice House Western RestaurantThe afternoon tea in Kunning Palace is very popular.
In June, you'd better to get an on-site number (issued from around 9:00 a.m. and may run out by 2:30 p.m.) since online numbers are difficult to obtain.
Usually, you finish the visit by 11-12 a.m., and it takes 30-60 minutes from getting a number to eating.
To avoid a long wait, you could get a number at 10 a.m., and it will be your turn after the visit. The environment here is more crowded.
Afternoon Tea in Kunning PalaceIf you want a quieter and more leisurely atmosphere, we recommend the Prince's Mansion (40-minute drive from the Forbidden City) for afternoon tea.
Afternoon Tea at Prince's Mansion2. Tips for Visiting the Great Wall
When visiting the Great Wall in June, you may face issues with heat and crowds, but these can be avoided with the right choices.
To avoid the heat, we suggest starting your visit at 8:30 a.m. or 4 p.m. to steer clear of the hottest times.
If you choose an afternoon visit, the stunning sunset view at Jinshanling (2.5-hour drive from Beijing) is recommended. We believe this is the most beautiful section of the Great Wall, offering the broadest views.
Sunset at Jinshanling To avoid crowds, we suggest avoiding Badaling, the most crowded section.
Instead, Mutianyu (1.5-hour drive from Beijing) could be more suitable. With flater floor, Chairlift, cable cars and toboggans, it is easier for kids and elders.
Our family group guests visited MutianyuWe do not suggest hiking in June due to the heat during the day. Instead, you could explore Simatai Great Wall at night, see our 2-Day Great Wall Mutianyu-Simatai Day-Night Tour.
Night tour at Simatai3. Places to Visit in June for Seasonal Scenery and Cooling
Summer Palace: As a royal garden, it is cooler than the city due to its lush trees and lake.
You could stroll or take photos in the fully shaded Long Corridor, go boating on Kunming Lake, and enjoy the lotus flowers on the West Embankment.
Our guests took a boat ride on the Kunming LakeChengde Summer Resort (3-hour drive from Beijing): Ideal for a day trip from Beijing.
There, you could overlook the “Little Potala Palace” in the mountain area, take a boat ride on the lake area, and experience the majesty of the royal palace in the palace area.
If you have more time, click our 3-Day Chengde Tour with Gorgeous Great Wall.
Chengde Summer ResortShilin Gorge (1.5-hour drive from Beijing): A great place to spend a day.
You could play water in the streams, challenge yourself on the world's largest glass observation deck, and cool off by the waterfalls and Seven-color Pool.
Glass observation deck at Shilin Gorge4. Family-Friendly Activities in June
June would be summer holiday for many countries. If you're planning a family trip to Beijing in June and want to arrange some interesting activities for kids, you could consider the following:
Universal Studios Beijing: June tends to be relatively crowded. Arriving early at 8-8:30 a.m. and using a Premium Pass or VIP access will be very helpful.
One day is usually enough, and you could arrange it freely on this day. If you need a pick-up, we can arrange it for you in advance.
Universal Studios BeijingFood Tour: This offers a fun way to explore the city while enjoying delicious meals.
Try local Beijing must-eats like Peking duck, noodles with soybean paste, and dumplings. See our 1-Day Beijing Traditional Food Tour.
Our guests tasted Peking duckDriverless Car Experience: This could be a novel and fun experience for both parents and children. The whole experience lasts 10 minutes.
If you're interested, you could contact us. This experience is on the way to the airport, and we can arrange it for you on the day of pick-up or drop-off.
Driverless Car ExperienceRecommended Beijing Tours
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