Yanbian, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Yanbian, China? If you're planning to go to Yanbian, the following is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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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 Yanbian, China

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

Important essentials for Yanbian, China

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

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly product.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection possible.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable vaccine card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans

General health necessities

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

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January

January in Yanbian can be bitter cold. Temperatures average in the single digits F (10+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days. It rains sometimes.

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February

If you are traveling to Yanbian in February, you will notice that it is biting cold. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C). There is frost almost every day of the month.

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March

If you go to Yanbian in March, you will notice that it is very cold. Expect it to rain occasionally. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C). There is frost most days.

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April

April here can be brisk. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost about two thirds of the time. It rains 5-10 days this month.

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May

May for Yanbian is crisp. Temperatures average in the 50s F (low 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost 5-10 days this month. It rains about half of the time.

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June

If you go to Yanbian in June, you will notice that it is balmy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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July

If you are traveling to Yanbian in July, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

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August

If you are traveling to Yanbian in August, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the high 60s F (low 20s C).

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September

September in Yanbian can be chilly. Temperatures average in the 50s F (mid 10s C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost once in a while. It rains about half of the time.

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October

Traveling to Yanbian in October, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Average temperatures (including nighttime) are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about two thirds of the time.

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November

November in Yanbian is frigid. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost most days. It rains about a third of the time.

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December

December here is biting cold. Temperatures average in the single digits F (10+ below zero C), with daytime temperatures significantly higher. There is frost almost every day. It rains once in a while.

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