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What is the best time to visit Nanjing?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
March-May, September-November is generally the best period to visit Nanjing. The right choice still depends on your tolerance for weather, crowds and seasonal scenery.
What to know
- ●Typical conditions: Subtropical — hot summers (28-34°C), cold winters (0-8°C).
- ●The destination is especially well suited to history buffs, culture seekers, university town atmosphere.
- ●Nanjing Massacre Memorial is closed Mondays
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