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What is the best time to visit Lijiang?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
March-June, September-November is generally the best period to visit Lijiang. The right choice still depends on your tolerance for weather, crowds and seasonal scenery.
What to know
- ●Typical conditions: Highland — mild days (15-23°C), cool nights (5-12°C), 2,400m altitude.
- ●The destination is especially well suited to couples, culture lovers, hikers, photographers.
- ●Old town is best at dawn (6-8am) before crowds
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