Xi'an
City in China
Xi'an is a city in China with a population of about 13 million. Located 912 km from Beijing, it is known for its historical landmarks, including the Terracotta Army and various palaces and pagodas.
What to see
The city features several significant historical sites. The Terracotta Army and the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang are primary attractions. Other notable structures include the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, the Small Wild Goose Pagoda, the Daming Palace, and the Weiyang Palace. Additionally, visitors can see the Great Mosque of Xi'an.
When to go
The city experiences cold winters with lows around -4 °C in January and hot summers with highs reaching 32 °C in July. Rainfall is lowest in winter, with only 8 mm in January and December, while the wettest months are July and August, which see over 100 mm of rain and higher numbers of rainy days. Spring and autumn offer moderate temperatures, with highs ranging from 14 °C to 27 °C, making these seasons suitable for travel.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Xi'an Xianyang International Airport, located 26 km from the city.
Top sights in Xi'an
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 32 °C. The wettest is August, with about 117 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 7 | 10 | 16 | 22 | 27 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 25 | 20 | 14 | 8 |
| Average low, °C | -3 | -1 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 16 | 10 | 3 | -2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 8 | 13 | 29 | 42 | 68 | 76 | 116 | 117 | 112 | 62 | 23 | 8 |
| Rainy days | 3 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 6 | 2 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Xi'an (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.