The best times to visit Yantai for ideal weather are
April 16th to June 24th
or
September 3rd to October 28th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Yantai Travel Guide
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Weather in Yantai
Temperature
Average temperatures in Yantai vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 42nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Yantai, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 86.9°F (30.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.1°F (23.4°C) at night.
Yantai Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Yantai Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Yantai Perceived Temperature (F)
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Yantai Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Yantai Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 35.4 | 29.8 | 23.4 |
Feb | 40.1 | 33.4 | 25.6 |
Mar | 50.3 | 42.7 | 34.1 |
Apr | 63.1 | 54.7 | 45.8 |
May | 75.7 | 67.6 | 58.7 |
Jun | 81.8 | 74.2 | 66.3 |
Jul | 85.3 | 79 | 72.5 |
Aug | 84.8 | 78.5 | 72.1 |
Sep | 77.5 | 70.9 | 63.6 |
Oct | 67.7 | 60.6 | 52.6 |
Nov | 52.6 | 46.6 | 39.6 |
Dec | 39.9 | 34.6 | 28.4 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 1.9 | -1.2 | -4.8 |
Feb | 4.5 | 0.8 | -3.6 |
Mar | 10.2 | 5.9 | 1.2 |
Apr | 17.3 | 12.6 | 7.7 |
May | 24.3 | 19.8 | 14.8 |
Jun | 27.7 | 23.4 | 19.1 |
Jul | 29.6 | 26.1 | 22.5 |
Aug | 29.3 | 25.8 | 22.3 |
Sep | 25.3 | 21.6 | 17.6 |
Oct | 19.8 | 15.9 | 11.4 |
Nov | 11.4 | 8.1 | 4.2 |
Dec | 4.4 | 1.4 | -2 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Yantai are January, February, and then December. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early February. For example, on the week of February 5th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid July with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of July 16th.
When can you find snow in Yantai? Weather stations report a bit of annual snow likely to be deepest around November, especially close to late November to early December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Yantai is often around around November 26th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Yantai.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Yantai (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 3% | 0 | 0.3 |
Feb | 6% | 0 | 0.4 |
Mar | 8% | 0 | 0.9 |
Apr | 10% | 0 | 1.3 |
May | 14% | 0 | 3.1 |
Jun | 15% | 0 | 2.3 |
Jul | 26% | 0 | 9.5 |
Aug | 25% | 0 | 6.5 |
Sep | 19% | 0 | 2.9 |
Oct | 9% | 0 | 1 |
Nov | 11% | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Dec | 6% | 0 | 0.6 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 3 | 0 | 0.8 |
Feb | 6 | 0 | 1 |
Mar | 8 | 0 | 2.3 |
Apr | 10 | 0 | 3.3 |
May | 14 | 0 | 7.9 |
Jun | 15 | 0 | 5.8 |
Jul | 26 | 0 | 24.1 |
Aug | 25 | 0 | 16.5 |
Sep | 19 | 0 | 7.4 |
Oct | 9 | 0 | 2.5 |
Nov | 11 | 4.1 | 3.8 |
Dec | 6 | 0 | 1.5 |
Humidity and Wind
Yantai has some very humid months, with other moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is March (41.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is August (71%).
Wind in Yantai is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 7.1 knots (8.2 MPH or 13.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 12 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Yantai.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 5.5 | Light breeze | 8.9 | Gentle breeze |
Feb | 5.7 | Light breeze | 9.4 | Gentle breeze |
Mar | 6.7 | Light breeze | 11.1 | Gentle breeze |
Apr | 7.1 | Gentle breeze | 11.5 | Significant breeze |
May | 6.8 | Light breeze | 10.8 | Gentle breeze |
Jun | 6.2 | Light breeze | 10 | Gentle breeze |
Jul | 5.5 | Light breeze | 8.8 | Gentle breeze |
Aug | 4.8 | Light breeze | 8.1 | Gentle breeze |
Sep | 4.9 | Light breeze | 8.3 | Gentle breeze |
Oct | 5.7 | Light breeze | 9.3 | Gentle breeze |
Nov | 6.3 | Light breeze | 10 | Gentle breeze |
Dec | 6.5 | Light breeze | 10.1 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 51% |
Feb | 47.8% |
Mar | 41.9% |
Apr | 43.1% |
May | 45.6% |
Jun | 58.1% |
Jul | 69.6% |
Aug | 71% |
Sep | 62.1% |
Oct | 51.9% |
Nov | 50.6% |
Dec | 47.7% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Yantai?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Macao; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Yantai, China is April, followed by March and September. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Yantai in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Yantai Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.4°F (26.3°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Yantai, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 79.5°F (26.4°C) and 46.2°F (7.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is far too cold this time of year in Yantai to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.
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