China in July: Weather, Top Places to Visit & Travel Tips

Guiyang has neither extreme heat in summer nor severe cold in winter. The average temperature of the hottest period in late July is only 24℃. There are many scenic spots and historical sites in the downtown area and suburbs of Guiyang, with strong ethnic customs and unique residential buildings. Famous attractions include Qianling Park, Jiaxiu Tower, Wenchang Pavilion and Flower Creek Park, etc. All the Chinese and foreign tourists who have been to Guiyang speak highly of the city as a unique summer resort.

The comfort period in Anshun is even one month longer than that in the "Summer Capital" Guiyang. Huangguoshu Waterfall is definitely the first choice and July is also the best time to visit Huangguoshu Waterfall when it is at its most spectacular. The Dragon Palace in Anshun is said to be the place with the lowest natural radiation in the world, and the over 600-year-old Tianlong Tunpu Complex is definitely worth visiting. Summer in Anshun is so cool and colorful, with karst caves, waterfalls, opera and historic sites, definitely going to be a significant summer travel experience.

July is the most beautiful season in Xilingol, Inner Mongolia. Besides the vast grassland scenery, the Nadam Fair (start on the fourth day of the sixth lunar month, and would last 5 days.) held at this time is also very eye-catching. If you pursue excitement, you can drive a car across the Hunshadake Sandy Land. If you prefer romance, you can enjoy the golden lotus flowers in full bloom on the Jinlian River, or watch the stunning grassland sunset on Pingdingshan. Once you arrived here, you will be amazed by the pure and cotton candy-like clouds and the vast blue sky on the grassland, and also be infatuated with the fresh flavor of milk tea and hand-served mutton.

• Temperature: 12℃-26℃

Qinghai Lake, which means "blue sea" in Tibetan, is the largest inland lake in China. Qinghai is named for its clear blue water and vast surface like the sea. Qinghai Lake is most beautiful in early July, when the cole flowers in the south have faded, while the rapeseed flowers around the lake here are gorgeous.

The coils of golden are scattered around the periphery of boundless blue waves, plus alpine pastures with colorful wildflowers, countless laid-back cattles and sheep dotted on the land. Flocks of birds play here, creating the simplest of beauties, and it is the simplest of beauties that has the real power of nature. Qinghai Lake is generous and tolerant, embrace all with its unique expanse, roughness, simplicity and tranquility.

The Three Gorges of the Yangtze River is located on the main stream of the Yangtze River between Chongqing City and Hubei Province of China, starting from White Emperor City in Fengjie County of Chongqing City in the west and ending at Nanjinguan in Yichang City of Hubei Province in the east, with a total length of 193 km. The Three Gorges consists of three sections: Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. It is the quintessence of the Yangtze River and the treasure of the mountains and rivers in China. It has been shining with fascinating brilliance through the ages. The Three Gorges is one of the most famous scenic spots in China as well as the world. Sightseeing the Three Gorges by Yangtze River Cruise in summer is comfortable and pleasant. The canyons and landscapes are breathtaking in July. If lucky, you may also have a chance to see the spectacular view of the Three Gorges Dam releasing water. Find a Cruise Now!!!

Zhangjiajie, located in the northwest of Hunan Province, is a world-famous tourist destination with picturesque scenery and is suitable for traveling all year round. July is the month with the clearest sky in Zhangjiajie. It may be a little hot in the city, but the temperature in the scenic area is generally 4-6℃ lower than that in the city, so the temperature is moderate. Countless wild flowers embellish the whole mountain with indescribable charm. Walking in the forest path, you can enjoy the natural fragrance of flowers, birds chirping and pure oxygen, which will let you unload the busy hustle and bustle of city life and completely fall into the embrace of nature.

The Yellow Mountain (Huangshan) is one of China's top ten famous summer mountains, and the average temperature in July is only 16-20℃ in the scenic area. Because of the coolness of Huangshan, a poem goes like this: Spring begins in April, but there is no summer all year round in Huangshan. Huangshan is not only a good place to escape summer heat, the scenery in the mountains is also extraordinary.

Huangshan has a total of 72 peaks, some majestic, some exquisite and some natural, therefore it’s also reputed as "the best mountain in the world". Tiandu Peak, Lotus Peak and Bright Peak are the three main peaks of the Yellow Mountain. They are all good places to watch the peculiar rocks, and there will be different scenes in different weather. As the saying goes, "It’s a range viewed in face and peaks viewed from the side; Assuming different shapes viewed from far and wide."

Lijiang Old Town is the central town of Lijiang Naxi Autonomous County in Yunnan Province, located in the northwest of the province. The ancient city is located in the middle of the county, more than 2,400 meters above sea level. It is a famous destination in Yunnan with beautiful scenery, a long history and splendid culture. It is also a rare and well-preserved ancient city of ethnic minorities in China. The Black Dragon Pond and Blue Moon Valley are all suitable for exploring in summer.

Besides, if you have any vacation time left, you may continue your tour to Shangri-La. With Pudacuo National Park, Dukezong Ancient City, Ganden Sumtseling Monastery and Tiger Leaping Gorge, etc. The Tibetan area in Shangri-La boasts gorgeous natural scenery and abundant greenery in July. Located in the hinterland of "The Region of Three Parallel Rivers", it forms a unique landscape of melting snow mountains, canyons, grasslands, alpine lakes, primeval forests and ethnic customs.

With its suitable temperature and unique scenery of blue sky and white clouds, lofty snow-capped mountains and vast grasslands, Tibet has become an ideal summer vacation destination for many tourists... And the most astonishing and highlighted natural beauty in summer in Tibet are those holy lakes, colorful, full of legend and mystery, scattered all over the snow-covered plateau like stars in the sky or men on a chessboard.

In the hot July, when southern China is in the furnace, and the northern deserts are like steamers, these lakes in Tibet are becoming the best place to escape the summer heat. Wandering along the lake and enjoying the cool breeze blowing on your face, accompanied by the beautiful scenery. What a refreshing summer vacation!

Jiuzhaigou is famous for its primitiveness and mystery. The natural scenery combines the beauty of lakes, waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and virgin forests, and has the reputation of "Wonderland in the Fairy Tale". Located in the valley of western Sichuan plateau, the temperature of Jiuzhaigou in July is pleasant. In July, Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area is surrounded by snow-capped peaks, emerald mountains and flowing water. As the temperature rises, the amount of water in the rivers and lakes increases a lot. At this time the waterfalls and the streams are the most charming, like flying beads and scattered jades, abnormal majestic and beautiful. The thousand-year old trees, exotic flowers and rare herbs in the forest, changing their color from time to time, colorful reflected on the water surface. Jiuzhaigou is an ideal place to enjoy the natural scenery in summer.

If you want to find a place to escape the summer heat in July, Chengde Summer Resort must be on the list. Summer here is cool, basically no hot period. Moreover, as the summer residence for the emperors of the Qing Dynasty of China, the architecture and landscape of the summer resort are very grand and magnificent. Together with the Summer Palace in Beijing, the Humble Administrator's Garden in Suzhou and the Lingering Garden, they are known as the four famous gardens in China.

Before or after the leisure break at the Chengde Summer Resort, Bashang Grassland is also worth visiting in July. Bashang Grassland is located in Fengning Manchu Autonomous County, Hebei Province, which is just north of Beijing. It is the closest natural grassland to Beijing, also known as "The No.1 Grassland in the North of Beijing". There is no intense heat in summer and the weather is cool and pleasant. The average temperature in July is only 24℃. It is the first choice for tourism, leisure and summer vacatio in northern China.