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What is the best time to visit Datong?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
April-October (avoid winter — extremely cold) is generally the best period to visit Datong. The right choice still depends on your tolerance for weather, crowds and seasonal scenery.
What to know
- ●Typical conditions: Continental — warm summers (18-28°C), very cold winters (-20 to -5°C).
- ●The destination is especially well suited to history enthusiasts, buddhist art lovers, photographers.
- ●Hanging Temple is 75km from Datong — allow half a day
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