China is so big and vast that sometimes its hard to imagine how many seasons Chinese might have simultaneously. this happens not only because of its geographical situation but also it comes as a result of the relief as well. Take this short year-round tour to China:

Tibet (or Lhasa, Shigatse) is great for tourism but be careful with the local climate. Summer is sunny and shiny and the temperatures are around 25-28C. The temperature might sound great but the summer showers are quite common. Meanwhile in winter precipitation is minimal and the temperatures are 15-18C.

Northeast China (regions of Shenyang, Harbin) is specific with its hot and dry summer and long and cold winter. It is quite similar to Minnesota.

North-Central China (look for Beijing, Xian) has less snow and rain during the winter. Some people say that it reminds tem of Nebraska. I do not recommend this region for late winter or early spring because they bring regular dust storms and haze.

Beijing in March will be like Washington DC at the same period—sometimes quite chilly, often windy, occasionally dusty–then warmer by late April, and in the 90’s by May;

Traveling in mid-China will hit cool to warm weather (and very cold if climbing a mountain);

South-central China (Shanghai, Guangzhou) is comparable to the Gulf Coast states, through winter storms do not occur as often. Summer is hot and humid with frequent rain. Winter is shorter, cooler, and often overcast with drizzle.

Xinjiang (Urumqi, Kashgar) experiences severe climatic conditions with dramatic daily temperature swings. Summer can get very hot during the day, but generally cools off at night. Similarly, winter temperatures warm up during the day but plummet at night.

Via chinahighlights