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

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

When to go to Erlian, China

Based on the climate and weather in Erlian, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Erlian, China by month

January

January is beyond freezing. Temperatures average in the single digits F (10+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost nearly every day this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

February

If you go to Erlian in February, you will notice that it can be dangerously cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). There is frost nearly every day this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

March

If you go to Erlian in March, you will notice that it can be extremely cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost almost every day of the month.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

April

If you are traveling to Erlian in April, you will notice that it is cold. Expect it to rain sometimes.

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

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Standard footwear
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella
Light gloves or mittens
Jacket or coat
Socks
Waterproof footwear
Warm pants or jeans
Fleeces

May

If you are traveling to Erlian in May, you will notice that it dry with little rain. Expect it to rain sometimes. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

June

Traveling to Erlian in June, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain regularly. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

July

If you go to Erlian in July, you will notice that it is hot. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

August

If you are traveling to Erlian in August, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

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

September

If you go to Erlian in September, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). There is frost sometimes.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

October

October for Erlian can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days. It rains once in a while.

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Standard footwear
Jacket or coat
Rain coat
Fleeces
Socks
Umbrella
Waterproof luggage
Warm pants or jeans
Waterproof footwear

November

November in Erlian is frigid. Temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

December

If you go to Erlian in December, you will notice that it is biting cold. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). There is frost nearly every day this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

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

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Erlian, China

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

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types A, C and I
A SIM card that works in Erlian
Appropriate museum wear

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