This is a planning starting point, not a forecast; check current-year dates and conditions before you book.
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Start with the official calendar, not a generic season label
For 2026, check February 15-23, May 1-5, September 25-27 and October 1-7 before you book. For east and south coast itineraries, also account for the May-November typhoon window. The official 2027 holiday schedule was still unknown on July 30, 2026.
Verified dates and climate reference points
New Year 2026
Official holiday: January 1-3 (3 days).
Spring Festival 2026
Official holiday: February 15-23 (9 days).
Qingming Festival 2026
Official holiday: April 4-6 (3 days).
Labour Day 2026
Official holiday: May 1-5 (5 days).
Dragon Boat Festival 2026
Official holiday: June 19-21 (3 days).
Mid-Autumn Festival 2026
Official holiday: September 25-27 (3 days).
National Day 2026
Official holiday: October 1-7 (7 days). September 20 and October 10 are adjusted working days.
2027 schedule
Unknown: the State Council General Office had not issued the official 2027 holiday notice as of July 30, 2026.
East and south coast
The verified typhoon window runs from May to November and can affect coastal flights and rail services.
Beijing climate reference
Long-term average: -4 °C / 3 mm in January; 26 °C / 170 mm in July.
Shanghai climate reference
Long-term average: 5 °C / 50 mm in January; 28 °C / 150 mm in July.
Guangzhou climate reference
Long-term average: 14 °C / 40 mm in January; 29 °C / 230 mm in July.
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