Visit Xian in February (Weather, Wear, Events & Tips)

Plan your Xian tour in February? Still a bit chilly, February allows you to feel the coming of a lively spring and saying goodbye to the coldest winter time in Xian.

Though spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit Xian, the famous Xian snacks and historical sites are still there, waiting for you to taste and explore.

Plus, you still have the bonus for discounts for your hotels, transportation and entrance fees since February still officially falls into the low tourist season in Xian.

The Weather in February in Xian

February is the transitional season from the coldest winter time to the warmer spring in Xian. The mercury keeps between average 8 ℃ in the day and -1 ℃ at night, though still cold, a bit warmer than January.

The city has good heating system allows indoor rooms and facilities warm and comfortable.

What to Wear in February in Xian

Outdoor daytime wear ( average 8℃ ): Winter clothes, down jackets, layers （knitwear, or thermal wear).

Outdoor evening wear ( Average -1℃): Thick winter clothes, layers （knitwear, or thermal wear), gloves, and winter hats & caps.

Historical Weather Data for February in Xian

Here We are going to provide you the historical weather data listed below regarding the weather condition of February in Xian that may help you plan your trip to Xian well in advance.

You may make use of the data to choose what to dress, what to pack for your coming trip to Xian.

Where to Stay

Xian is a very compact and walkable city, so no matter where you are going to stay you will easily get to the major attractions and shopping areas in Xian. Some hotels start to offer discounted room rates from mid-November. Domestic tourist volume is getting thinner.

The city layout within Xian City Wall is based on a grid pattern centrally denoted by the grand Bell Tower (钟楼), which levels out four main avenues clockwise: East avenue (Dong Dajie 东大街), South Avenue ( Nan Dajie 南大街), West Avenue (Xi Dajie 西大街) and North Avenue (Bei Dajie 北大街).

Xian Railway Station is just located on the northeast corner of Xian city wall while Xian Airport is located 40km northwest of Xian.

What to See

Xian is well known for its historical relics, both above ground and underneath. Season or weather changes make no big difference for your visit to Xian.

What to Eat

Xian is a haven for eaters. Hitting the food streets of Muslim Quarter is a must for first-time visitors. It is said there are over 300 Muslim local snacks on the streets in Xian Muslim Quarter that attract a consistent flow of visitors everyday coming here to savor or just have a glimpse.

Have a bite of some of the local food: the famous Xi’an Liangpi (cold skin noodles) , the lamb skewers, the cuttlefish, the yogurt pomegranate juice and the list could be much longer.

February Events, Holidays & Festivals

Annual Events and Festivals

1. Ski Resorts in Xian Visiting a ski resort is a bonus added to make a perfect winter holiday in Xian. No matter you are a keen skier or non-skier, you can rewind and entertain yourself in a ski resort around Xian, skiing and participating in snow activities, or just sitting in a cozy snack bar and appreciating the white ski area over a cup of coffee or tea.

2. Spring Festival Spring Festival is the biggest and most celebrated festival in China as well as some countries of east and Southeast Asia. People enjoy 3 day holiday. Chinese government makes it a 7 day holiday by moving the prior weekend and the upcoming one together. This is the Chinese government’s “holiday economy” policy. 2022 Chinese new year start January 31 through February 06, 2022.

3. Lantern Festival 2022 Lantern Festival falls on Feb 15, 2011, 15th day of the Chinese lunar new year. The New Year comes to an end when the Festival of Lanterns sets in. Each lantern festival finds lantern shows and folk dance everywhere.

One special food for the festival is the Tang Yuan, another kind of dumplings made of sweet rice rolled into balls and stuffed with either sweet or different fillings. People solve riddles on the lanterns.