Harbin

Harbin, China
Photo
by 闫恩铭 / Enming Yan
/ CC BY-SA 4.0
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Climate & Best time to visit Harbin

Climate in Harbin:

Number of rainy days:

J Jan
F Feb
M Mar
A Apr
M May
J Jun
J Jul
A Aug
S Sep
O Oct
N Nov
D Dec
5
4
5
7
10
14
14
12
9
7
6
7

Best time to visit Harbin:

Spring (March to May): Spring in Heilongjiang is cool and relatively short. Temperatures gradually rise during this season, ranging from 5-15°C (41-59°F). It's a time of melting snow and budding vegetation.

Summer (June to August): Summers are short and cool in Heilongjiang. Daytime temperatures typically range between 20-25°C (68-77°F), making it a mild season with occasional warmer days.

Autumn (September to November): Autumn is brief but pleasant, with temperatures dropping gradually. Daytime temperatures range from 5-15°C (41-59°F). The region experiences vivid fall foliage.

Winter (December to February): Winters are long, extremely cold, and snowy in Heilongjiang. Daytime temperatures often remain below freezing, averaging around -15 to -25°C (5 to -13°F). Temperatures can drop even lower, and heavy snowfall is common.

Money & Prices

Currency in China:

Chinese yuan (CNY)

How expensive is a trip to Harbin?

Eating out:
Simple meal:
4.09 USD
Fast food meal:
5.48 USD
Mid-range meal:
8.03 USD
Bottle of water:
0.65 USD
Soft drink:
0.45 USD
Cappuccino:
3.11 USD
Local Beer:
1.13 USD
Transportation:
Public transport - one way ticket:
0.29 USD
Taxi - 1km:
0.42 USD
Accommodation:
Refer to the Hotels section for the most up-to-date accommodation prices.
* Prices are approximate. Make sure to check the latest exchange rates when planning your trip.

Hotels

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General information

China general information:

Electricity:
Voltage: 220 V, Frequency: 50 Hz
Sockets:
  • Type A (North American/Japanese 2-pin)
  • Type C (European 2-pin)
  • Type I (Australian/New Zealand & Chinese/Argentine 2/3-pin)

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