Average High (F) – 59/63, average low – 37/43

Average High (C) – 15/17, average low – 3/6

High elevation, uneven land from south to north and complex mountains of this region gives Lijiang multifarious climates. It has three different climatic zones, ranging from subtropical in the southeast, to warm temperatures in the center, and cold temperatures in the northwest. In addition, the characteristics of vertical climate in some highlands can also be seen in Lijiang. For example, Jade Dragon Mountain with its higher altitude, has five different climatic zones, from warm temperate to alpine.

Lijiang has a clear annual distinction between the wet and dry seasons. The wet season spans May to October, with plenty of rainfall. From November to April belongs to the dry season. Additionally, because of its high average elevation, Lijiang has abundant sunshine all year round, favored with fresh air and charming natural scenery. Of course, don’t forget to protect yourself from the strong radiation from the sun.

Without too much change from spring to winter, the weather of Lijiang allows visitors to get there at any time. However, considering the fairly wide variation in day-and-night temperature in spring and winter, summer and autumn are the most favorable seasons for coming here. Except for summer, when T-shirts and trousers are enough, it’s advisable to take some warm clothes in the other three seasons.

Detailed information about the Average, Maximum and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Lijiang.

Average Data	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	June
Average High (F)	59/63	64/68	72/75	77/81	78/80	77/80
Average High (C)	15/17	18/20	22/24	25/27	26/29	25/28
Average Low (F)	37/41	41/45	46/52	52/57	59/63	61/64
Average Low (C)	3/5	5/7	8/11	11/14	15/17	16/18
Rain (in)	0.2/0.4	0.1/0.3	0.4/0.6	1.0/1.2	3.7/3.9	7.1/7.3
Rain (mm)	4/9	2/7	10/15	25/30	93/98	180/185

Average Data	July	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High (F)	79/84	81/86	73/78	70/73	63/68	59/63
Average High (C)	26/29	27/30	23/26	21/23	17/20	15/17
Average Low (F)	63/68	63/66	59/63	54/57	45/52	37/43
Average Low (C)	17/20	17/19	15/17	12/14	7/11	3/6
Rain (in)	8.2/8.4	6.9/7.1	6.0/6.2	3.0/3.2	0.7/0.9	0.2/0.4
Rain (mm)	208/213	175/180	150/155	75/80	17/22	4/9

Introduction of Lijiang

    The Ancient Town of Lijiang has been inscribed on the World Heritage List by UNESCO for its well preservation. Lijiang City is located in the northwest of Yunnan province with a total area of 20,600 square kilometers (about 7,954 square miles) and a population over 1,100,000.
    Form time unmemorable, Lijiang has been inhabited by many nationalities and has a long and glorious history. It was the political, economic and cultural center in the northwest of Yunnan province. It was also a very important distributing center to Tibet and other places in the Han (206BC-220) and Tang (618-907) dynasties. The topography of Lijiang City varies, so there are mountainous areas, plains and valleys. The highest altitude is Shanzidou, the main peak of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain . In addition, Lijiang has rich tour resources. The famous ones are Jade Dragon Snow Mountain , Laojun Mountain , Lijiang Old Town , Lugu Lake and Jinsha River . Moreover, this city is also famous for its Naxi culture and Mosuo custom. An American scholar airived at Lijiang in 1921 and the Dongba culture of Naxi Nationality began to attract the attention of the foreign scholars.

Ways to arrive at Lijiang

    Once you arrive in some cities of China , such as Kunming (KMG), Beijing (PEK), Shanghai (PVG, or SHA), and Guangzhou (GAN), by international flight, you are able to find the following connection flight for your arrive at Lijiang.

•  From Kunming to Lijiang:
•  There are about 10 return flights from Kunming , the capital city of Yunnan province, to Lijiang.
    On 4 th September, there are 10 flights from Kunming to Lijiang as follows:

    On 11 th September, there are 11 flights from Lijiang to Kunming as follows:

•  From Beijing to Lijiang:
     You are encouraged to flight from Beijing to Kunming , then transfer from Kunming to Lijing, since the airport in Kunming transfer is in the same airport, and more than 10 return flights from Beijing to Kunming , and vise visa .
    But if your time is suitable, you may take the direct flights from Beijing to Lijinag and vise visa . For instance, on 4 th September, there is one direct flight from Beijing to Lijiang as follows:

    And on 11 th September, there is one direct flight from Lijiang to Beijing as follows:

•  From Shanghai to Lijiang:
    You are encouraged to flight from Shanghai to Kunming , then transfer from Kunming to Lijing, since the airport in Kunming transfer is in the same airport, about 6 return flights from Shanghai to Kunming , and vise visa .
    Note: There are two Shanghai International Airports, one is located in Pudong (PVG), and another one is located in Hongqiao (SHA). You have to leave more than three hours to travel from PVG to SHA by taxi (cost about 25-30 US$) or leave more than four hours by shuttle bus (cost about 5 US$).
     But if your time is suitable, you may take the direct flights from Shanghai (Hongqiao) to Lijinag and vise visa . For instance, on 4 th September, there are two direct flights from Shanghai (Hongqiao) to Lijiang as follows:

    And on 11 th September, there are two direct flights from Lijiang to Shanghai (Hongqiao) as follows:

•  From Guangzhou to Lijiang

    You are encouraged to flight from Guangzhou to Kunming , then transfer from Kunming to Lijing, since the airport in Kunming transfer is in the same airport, about 10 return flights from Shanghai to Kunming , and vise visa .
    But if your time is suitable, you may take the direct flights from Guangzhou to Lijinag and vise visa . For instance, on 4 th September, there are two direct flights from Guangzhou to Lijiang as follows:

    And on 11 th September, there are two direct flights from Lijiang to Guangzhou as follows:

Meeting at Lijiang airport

    The staff from Lijiang Wangfu Hotel will me you at the exit gate of Lijiang airport with a sign board, if you provide your flight schedule to the contact person of the conference in advance.
    Otherwise, please print out the following message to show the taxi driver who will bring you to the Lijiang Wangfu Hotel.