Central Plains, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Central Plains, China? If you're planning to go to Central Plains, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Central Plains, China

Based on the climate and weather in Central Plains, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Central Plains, China by month

January

January in Central Plains can be dangerously cold. Temperatures average in the low 10s F (10+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost almost every day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Thick pajamas
Coveralls
Insulated boots
High performance gloves
Thermal undergarments
Waterproof coat
Neck gaiter
Waterproof boots
Umbrella
Extreme cold weather gear
Multiple layer jacket shell
Goggles for eye protection
Fleece for under jacket

February

February is biting cold. Temperatures average in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost nearly every day this month. It rains occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

Scarf
Waterproof boots
Pajamas, such as sweats
Very heavy socks
Sweaters
Umbrella
Multiple layer jacket shell
Thermal undergarments
Fleeces
Gloves
Waterproof coat
Insulated boots

March

Traveling to Central Plains in March, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 30s F (single digits C). There is frost almost every day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy jacket
Warm pants or jeans
Sweaters
Heavy socks
Waterproof coat
Waterproof boots
Umbrella
Cold weather footwear
Gloves or mittens

April

If you go to Central Plains in April, you will notice that it is chilly. Expect it to rain once in a while.

Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Long skirts
Waterproof footwear
Standard footwear
Dresses
Pants or jeans
Socks
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Rain coat
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Light jacket or fleece

May

May in this region is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Standard footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Waterproof footwear
Rain coat
Light jacket or fleece
Pants or jeans
Waterproof luggage
Dresses
Umbrella
Long skirts
Socks

June

If you are traveling to Central Plains in June, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof luggage
Dresses
Light footwear
Sandals
Skirts
Rain coat

July

If you go to Central Plains in July, you will notice that it is extremely warm. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Sunscreen lotion
Short sleeve shirts
Waterproof luggage
Dresses
Shorts
Sunglasses
Rain coat
Skirts
Umbrella
Sandals
Waterproof footwear

August

August in this region is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. It rains 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Umbrella
Dresses
Skirts
Waterproof luggage
Sunscreen lotion
Light footwear
Long and short sleeve shirts
Rain coat
Shorts or short pants
Sandals
Waterproof footwear

September

If you are traveling to Central Plains in September, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Shorts or short pants
Light footwear
Dresses
Umbrella
Rain coat
Sandals
Long and short sleeve shirts
Waterproof luggage

October

If you are traveling to Central Plains in October, you will notice that it can be chilly. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 50s F (single digits C). There is frost a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Rain coat
Umbrella
Dresses
Long skirts
Socks
Standard footwear
Light jacket or fleece
Waterproof luggage
Pants or jeans

November

If you are traveling to Central Plains in November, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain once in a while.

Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 30s F (single digits C). There is frost most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Waterproof coat
Umbrella
Waterproof boots
Heavy jacket
Sweaters
Gloves or mittens
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear

December

If you are traveling to Central Plains in December, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

Fleeces
Gloves
Sweaters
Pajamas, such as sweats
Waterproof coat
Very heavy socks
Waterproof boots
Insulated boots
Umbrella
Thermal undergarments
Multiple layer jacket shell
Scarf

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Central Plains, China

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Central Plains, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

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A SIM card that works in Central Plains

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