Generally, spring in China lasts from March to May, which is one of the most comfortable and fascinating seasons of a year. Warm wind brings soothing air to most parts of China except the northernmost areas, while gentle sprinkles nourish the earth and create more moisture. Everything seems to revive in spring: trees sprouting with new greens, various flowers blooming in bright colors and fragrance, and birds chirping in great delight. All the benefits make spring the best period to have some outdoor activities and wild adventures.

Apart from Beijing, Xian and Shanghai, there are plenty of destinations and attractions else worthy going in spring. It warms up early in Hangzhou and Suzhou, where you can seize the moment to admire the revitalizing natural beauty of the lakefronts and gardens. Or you can delve deeper into rural China to see the spring cultivation with the marvelous rice terraces. Fabulous festivals and celebrations also take place in spring across China, such as the mind-blowing pony fair in Luoyang and Water-Splashing Festival of Dai minorities in Yunnan.

Summer in China spans from June to August, while it may last longer in southern and middle parts. Since the average temperature is overall above 20℃ (68℉), people of whole country is indulged in the pleasure of wearing light with t-shirts and shorts, while there is still a big temp difference between day and night in north and west China. Mountains are thickly coated with verdure of plantations, and the sunny days create good opportunities for outdoor excursions. Generous summer showers bring China’s major rivers and lakes the yearly flood season, especially the Yangtze and plateau lakes.

Though it might be a bit hot in some parts of China, summer is a wonderful time to see the captivating natural landscapes like the mighty Yangtze River, Yellow Mountain, Zhangjiajie and Guilin. Moreover, summer is an unbeatably favorable period to visit the stunners in north and west of the country, including the picturesque grassland of Inner Mongolia, ancient Silk Road destinations (Zhangye, Dunhaung and Jiayuguan) and also the alpine lakes and snow mountains in Tibet.

The autumn in China begins from September and lasts till the end of the November. The weather in autumn is mild and favorable to visit most of the touristic places across the country. You will not feel the summer heat nor the winter chill, but a cool and dry weather throughout the month. Towards November, the days are getting shorter and much cooler in the north and central parts of China, but travelers could still enjoy roaming around with lots comfort.

Autumn boasts endless discoveries when it comes to talking about natural beauty and festival experience. Fascinating fall foliage could be enjoyed from early September through late November, while the best colors of nature could be found in many scenic spots, such as Beijing Great Wall, Yellow Mountain, Jiuzhaigou Valley, Three Gorges of Yangtze River, Yuanyang Rice Terrace and Xinjiang Kanas Nature Reserve. If you are fond of adventures, you could also embark on a hiking trip in Zhangjiajie, or make a journey along the ancient Silk Road and even extends it to the holy Tibet. In search of the best vacation paradise which lead you to discover some autumn pleasure and leisure, you can go to Dali, Lijiang, Yangshuo and old towns near Suzhou. Autumn also sees quite a few big holidays and festivals in China. For example, the Mid-Autumn Festival would be a big tribute to your autumn adventure itself, while the week-long National Holiday from Oct. 1 – 7 should be avoided due to the tremendous domestic tourist crowds.

Since China has a territory of vast expanse, winter weather may set in early or late varied in different regions. In northern cities like Beijing and Harbin, it could be really chilly and the temperature usually drops below freezing in winter, but there will be great chances to see the amazing snow views. However, the weather in south China can be far and cool enough to enjoy summertime-like outdoor activities, such as swimming in the sea and sunbathing in the sandy beach. Despite the weather, winter is an attractive time to travel to China since all places will be less crowded and you can enjoy all services at lower prices.

If you want to experience the snow and witness some mind-boggling winter landscapes in December, try heading for Harbin in the north of China for the stunning snowy scenery, magnificent ski resorts, and of course the annual International Ice and Snow Festival. If you would like to relax in a warmer place, you could absolutely go to South China where the weather is far milder in winter. You can take advantage of the weather to enjoy the sunshine & beaches in Sanya, the picturesque Li River by a cruise in Guilin, the Portuguese historic heritages in Macau and the best rate for a shopping spree around Christmas in Hong Kong as well as an adventure to the Yunnan and Guizhou for discovery of the minority culture. For special events in winter, China’s grandest Spring Festival is fantastic to anticipate, but you are not advised to travel to China during that time when the country welcomes the globe's biggest migrating pilgrimages annually.