Beijing is situated in the north of China, and has a continental climate. Winters are cold and extremely dry, with a monthly daily average temperature in January of ？3.7 °C (25.3 °F). Summer is hot and more humid, with frequent thunderstorms. The monthly daily average temperature in July is 26.2 °C (79.2 °F). Spring and autumn are the most pleasant times of year, but are very short.

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