Packing for Beijing depends heavily on the season. Winters are freezing, summers are hot, spring has dust storms, and autumn is perfect. This guide covers what you actually need - nothing more, nothing less.
Year-Round Essentials
Passport and visa printout. VPN set up on devices. Power bank (phone battery drains faster with GPS). Comfortable walking shoes - you will walk 15,000+ steps daily. Reusable water bottle. Hand sanitizer and tissues (public toilets sometimes lack supplies). Universal adapter (China uses 2-flat-pin plugs, 220V).
Summer Packing (June-August)
Light, breathable clothing (linen or cotton). Sunscreen and sunglasses. Hat for sun protection. Umbrella for both sun and rain. Light jacket for air-conditioned buildings. Mosquito repellent for evenings. Temperatures reach 35C/95F with high humidity.
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Winter Packing (December-February)
Heavy winter coat - down jacket recommended. Thermal layers (base layer + mid layer + coat). Warm hat, scarf, and gloves. Thermal socks and waterproof boots. Lip balm and moisturizer (air is very dry). Temperatures drop to -10C/14F or lower.
Spring & Autumn Packing
Spring (March-May): Layers for changing weather. Light jacket, long sleeves, and a dust mask for sandstorm days. Autumn (September-November): Light sweater or jacket for evenings. These are the best seasons for comfortable sightseeing.
Items You Might Forget
Portable toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Face mask (for pollution or dust days). Small backpack for daily outings. Travel-sized laundry detergent. Earplugs for noisy hotel areas. Printout of hotel name in Chinese. VPN already configured on all devices.
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