April to May and September to October, with mild weather. Summers are hot and winters cold and dry.
The best months
The most comfortable weather with manageable crowds: April.
Peak season
May, June, July, August, September, October are the busiest months. Book popular tours and hotels earlier, and expect higher prices.
Month by month
- January: cold, quiet season.
- February: cold, quiet season.
- March: cool, busy season.
- April: mild, busy season.
- May: warm, peak season.
- June: hot, peak season.
- July: hot, peak season.
- August: hot, peak season.
- September: warm, peak season.
- October: mild, peak season.
- November: cool, busy season.
- December: cold, quiet season.
How long to stay
Two days.
Prices, ticket rules and safety conditions change. Treat this as a starting point and check official sources and your government's travel advice before you go.
Xi'an best time to visit questions
When is the best time to visit Xi'an?
April to May and September to October, with mild weather. Summers are hot and winters cold and dry.
How many days do I need in Xi'an?
Two days.