Harbin
Harbin is a city full of ice and snow charm, and winter is its most representative season. Harbin Ice and Snow World is its most famous attraction, displaying the ice and snow culture of the famous northern city and the unique charm of ice and snow tourism. Central Street is a century-old street full of romance that integrates shopping, food, and entertainment. Sun Island Scenic Area is an ideal place to escape the heat in summer and a good place to experience snow activities in winter.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in Harbin throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average -0.4–15.6°C, the climate gradually changes from cold to warm. March remains chilly, April begins to warm up, and May is relatively mild. Rainfall gradually increases. Common activities: Spring outings, viewing spring blossoms. Recommended clothing: Spring coat, sweater, thermal underwear; lighter spring coats can be worn in May.
Summer (June–August): Average 20.9–24.1°C, the climate is warm and humid with abundant rainfall and occasional thunderstorms. Common activities: Summer escapes, water activities (such as playing in the Songhua River). Recommended clothing: Light and breathable short-sleeved clothing, shorts, skirts; rain gear is necessary.
Autumn (September–November): Average 16.9–-4.1°C, the climate changes from warm to cold, rainfall decreases, the weather is dry, and there is a large temperature difference between morning and evening. Common activities: Viewing autumn scenery, enjoying autumn delicacies. Recommended clothing: Autumn coat, long-sleeved clothing, and warm clothing for mornings and evenings.
Winter (December–February): Average -17.6–-0.4°C, the climate is cold and dry, with relatively little snowfall and low temperatures; pay attention to keeping warm. Common activities: Experiencing ice and snow activities, skiing, viewing ice lanterns. Recommended clothing: Heavy down jackets, thermal underwear, hats, scarves, gloves, and other warm clothing.
Weather in Harbin
Annual average temperature: approx. 5.7°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 683 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: July
Harbin weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | -17.6°C | -11.6°C | -0.4°C | 9.3°C | 15.6°C | 20.9°C | 24.1°C | 22.2°C | 16.9°C | 7.8°C | -4.1°C | -14.8°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 2.1 | 3.8 | 12.9 | 17.3 | 69.9 | 139.8 | 181.4 | 174.4 | 23.6 | 24.3 | 28.7 | 5 |
7-day weather forecast for Harbin
| Date | 11/13Friday | 11/14Saturday | 11/15Sunday | 11/16Monday | 11/17Tuesday | 11/18Wednesday | 11/19Thursday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Smoky haze | Smoky haze |  Sunny | Sunny |  Overcast |  Light snow | Sunny |
| High | 5.7°C | 3.1°C | 2.9°C | -2.2°C | 1.1°C | -1.1°C | -5.1°C |
| Low | -1.3°C | -2.2°C | -3.1°C | -6.8°C | -5.9°C | -6.8°C | -9.8°C |
