China
covers extensive territory, therefore the weather differs from region
to region. The south east, below the Nanling Mountains, tends to be
very wet with high temperatures all year round. In the central Yangtze
and Huaihe river valleys there are four distinct seasons with very
hot summers and extremely cold winters, and rain all year round. The
dry north experiences a short but sunny summer, with long bitterly
cold winters. The coast is humid and experiences monsoons during summer.
Spring
April - June
10-22C
Western suits, sweater, jackets, sports coats, woolen jackets, long
sleeve shirts and travel shoes.
Summer
June - September
22C and above
Summer is typically hot, but most sightseeing areas are air conditioned
unless in the open.
T-shirts, short sleeve shirts, skirts, sandals, caps, rain wear
Autumn
Sep - October
10-22C
Western suits, jackets, sports coats, light woolen sweaters, and travel
shoes.
Autumn is the best season, but it is short.
Winter
October - March
10C or lower,
overcoat, cotton clothes, lined coats. In very cold areas a cap, gloves
and cotton-padded shoes are required
Winter is long and cold, but usually not as cold as in New York.
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