Irrespective of the weather and temperature elsewhere in the area, it is usually VERY COLD (close to freezing) at the top of the Mountain. Anyone attempting the hike therefore, must come prepared for all seasons, as the climate is very unpredictable.
Even in the peak of summer, temperatures here are cool and the Pine and Cypress trees provide a pleasant shade. Summer here is also the rainy season, so make sure you are equipped with umbrella and waterproofs.
Spring and autumn are fairly pleasant, with temperatures averaging about 10 degrees C. However, in spring, winds can be strong. In autumn, there is little wind or rain and sky is clear and the air fresh. Winter is very cold, with snow covering the peaks, making conditions for the climb difficult and at worst, treacherous. A clear and crisp winter day however, usually means things are more quiet and the scenery and views can be very impressive under these conditions.
As with most popular tourist spots in China, Labor Day (May 1 to 3) and National Day (October 1 to 4), are favourite times with Chinese tour groups to visit.
| Climate Mt. Tai |
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| Month | 1 |
2 | 3 |
4 |
5 |
6 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
10 |
11 |
12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Temperature in Centigrade |
-8·6 | -6·7 | -1·6 | 5·6 | 11·3 | 15·6 | 17·8 | 17·1 | 12·5 | 6·8 | -0·2 | -6·1 |
| Rainfall | 15·5 | 16·9 | 30·4 | 54·6 | 58·3 | 142·8 | 337·5 | 238 | 118·9 | 67·6 | 34·6 | 17·1 |
| Sunrise Time On Mt.Tai |
Month | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
| Date | 1 | 7:15 | 7:05 | 6:34 | 5:49 | 5:09 | 4:45 | 4:47 | 5:07 | 5:33 | 5:57 | 6:25 | 6:55 |
| 11 | 7:15 | 6:55 | 6:20 | 5:35 | 4:59 | 4:43 | 5:52 | 5:16 | 5:41 | 6:05 | 6:35 | 7:04 | |
| 21 | 7:11 | 6:44 | 6:05 | 5:21 | 4:51 | 4:43 | 4:59 | 5:24 | 5:49 | 6:15 | 6:46 | 7:11 |
