Mianyang, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Mianyang, China? If you're planning to go to Mianyang, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Mianyang
- Important essentials for Mianyang
- Activities for Mianyang
- Mianyang in January: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in February: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in March: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in April: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in May: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in June: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in July: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in August: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in September: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in October: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in November: weather and what to pack
- Mianyang in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Mianyang, China
Based on the climate and weather in Mianyang, the best time to go is April. See below for details.
Important essentials for Mianyang, China
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Mianyang, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly choice.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards often wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb option.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Airplane or car necessities
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For families with young children
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Mianyang. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C and I. This one works in most places, but check with your hotel.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
What to wear/what to pack for Mianyang, China by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Mianyang is brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain regularly. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Fleece
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Extra socks
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this one
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Warm pants or jeans
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Jacket or coat
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Light gloves or mittens
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Standard footwear
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants are a lifesaver in a storm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend:
February
February in Mianyang is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about a third of the time. But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: this
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Fleece
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Light gloves or mittens
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Warm pants or jeans
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Jacket or coat
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Extra socks
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Standard footwear
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A rain poncho to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things don't get wet. We suggest:
March
March is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light jacket or fleece
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Pants or jeans
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Dresses
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Extra socks
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Light and heavy skirts
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Standard footwear
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A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
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Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
April
In April, Mianyang is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 50s F (low 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Mianyang, with several of the days of the month having rain. In April, humidity reaches as high as 60%.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Dresses
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Standard footwear
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Extra socks
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Pants or jeans
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things remain dry. We suggest:
May
If you are traveling to Mianyang in May, you will notice that it is warm and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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A rain coat to layer with a coat
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These pants can be vital in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
June
If you go to Mianyang in June, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Extra socks
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Bug repellent
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We suggest:
July
July here is extremely warm and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also removes contaminants:
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Bug repellent
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Loose-fit shorts
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
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Skirts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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If you're going to the beach
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These will be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
August
Traveling to Mianyang in August, you will notice that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters harmful contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
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Skirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Waterproof sandals
-
Sunglasses
-
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you cool and protect you from skin damage:
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If you're going to the beach
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
September
Traveling to Mianyang in September, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Extra socks
-
Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
-
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We like:
October
In October, Mianyang is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Mianyang, with several of the days of the month having rain. In October, humidity reaches as high as 70%.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Dresses
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
November
If you visit Mianyang during November, you will probably notice that it is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants can be vital in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
December
Traveling to Mianyang in December, you will notice that it is cold. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Fleece
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best is: this one
-
Extra socks
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Jacket or coat
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We suggest:
Activities for Mianyang, China
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Mianyang.
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