Kaiyuan Travel Guide

City City in China known for its cultural heritage

In Liaoning’s hills, Kaiyuan offers hot springs, hiking trails, and plateaus of autumn ginkgo; visitors sample northeastern pancakes and mutton stews, explore coal-town history, and use nearby peaks for birdwatching and winter snow scenes.

Costs

Cheap - roughly $25-45/day

Daily expenses typically fall in the $25-45 range for basics.

Safety

Generally safe and low-crime

A safe, quiet Liaoning city; normal urban cautions apply at night.

Best Time

May-October (mild, pleasant months)

Warm, pleasant weather from late spring through early autumn.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

10:04 AM

GMT+8

Weather

58°F

Clear

Population

112,462

Infrastructure & Convenience

Basic bus network and taxis; most signage is only in Chinese.

Popularity

Few international visitors; mostly domestic travelers and industrial business traffic.

Known For

coal-mining history, industrial towns, seasonal parks, Northeastern cuisine, reservoirs, local temples, cold winters, hiking areas

Kaiyuan grew up around Liaoning's coal-mining industry and still reflects that heritage.

Why Visit Kaiyuan? #

Kaiyuan offers a mix of northeastern industrial heritage and regional cultural flavors that intrigue curious travelers. Old mining-era architecture and red-brick warehouses provide history, while Dongbei hotpot, hearty noodle dishes, and local tea houses show off Liaoning’s food culture. Seasonal festivals - especially Manchu New Year events - add color, giving visitors a chance to experience a multifaceted slice of northeastern Chinese life.

Best Things to Do in Kaiyuan

Kaiyuan Bucket List

Best Time to Visit Kaiyuan #

Best visit Kaiyuan from late spring through early autumn for warm, humid summers and comfortable autumn days. Winters are cold and dry, and not ideal for extended outdoor sightseeing.

Winter

November - March · -15°C to -5°C (5°F to 23°F)

Harsh, dry winters bring freezing temperatures and clear skies - functional for fewer crowds, but museums and indoor activities are the only comfortable options.

Summer

June - August · 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F)

Warm, muggy summers with frequent afternoon showers; good for countryside hikes in early morning and lively city evenings after the rains.

Spring

April - May · 0°C to 18°C (32°F to 64°F)

Brief, breezy spring feels fresh but often unpredictable; some muddy trails, yet blossoming trees and lower fares reward short trips.

Best Time to Visit Kaiyuan #

Climate

Kaiyuan's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) - Hot-Summer Continental (Dry Winter) climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -19°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (663 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit

MaySeptemberJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

41°

Warmest Month

-36°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -6°C and lows of -19°C. The driest month with just 6 mm and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

-13°

Feels Like Freezing

-13°C

Temperature

-19° – -7°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.3h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -15°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-8°

Feels Like Freezing

-8°C

Temperature

-15° – -2°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.4

UV Index

Low

10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

0°

Feels Like Cold

0°C

Temperature

-6° – 6°

58%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

14 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.6

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cold

10°C

Temperature

3° – 16°

53%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

34 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

10° – 23°

55%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

55 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.3

UV Index

High

14.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

21°

Feels Like Mild

21°C

Temperature

16° – 27°

64%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

94 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

15.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (177 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

20° – 29°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

177 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

14.8h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 28°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

150 mm

Rainfall

2.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

17°

Feels Like Cool

17°C

Temperature

11° – 23°

66%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

67 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.0

UV Index

High

12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

75 Very Good

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

2° – 15°

65%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

37 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

10.9h daylight

November

November is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -6°C. Light rainfall.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-7° – 5°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

15 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.6h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -15°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

-9°

Feels Like Freezing

-9°C

Temperature

-15° – -3°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

7 mm

Rainfall

2.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.0h daylight

How to Get to Kaiyuan

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Kaiyuan #

Kaiyuan’s urban area is fairly compact-you can walk around the central commercial streets without trouble. Local city buses cover neighborhoods and nearby towns; taxis and ride-hailing apps are used for faster or off-hour trips. For regional travel use scheduled coaches to larger Liaoning cities. Winters can be cold and snowy, which affects timetables, so allow extra time when moving between places.

Where to Stay in Kaiyuan #

Budget

City centre - ¥70-160/night

Economical hotels and simple guesthouses around the urban centre; practical for short stays and business stops. Many properties have minimal web presence.

Mid-Range

Near railway/major roads - ¥150-360/night

Comfortable mid-range hotels near transport hubs with reasonable amenities; good option if you need reliable services without upscale extras.

Luxury

Limited luxury - ¥400+/night (regional centres)

Kaiyuan has few high-end hotels. For luxury stays, plan to travel to larger regional cities where international brands operate.