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Xian, the capital of the Shaanxi Province in China, is located to the south of the Guanzhong Plain. This city marks a rich and magnificent history and civilization. The Xian Weather offers you proper information on the climatic conditions of the Xian city. Previously the city was known as Chang'an. It was the capital of certain feudal dynasties including Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang. It is surrounded by the Qinling mountains in the south, and the Beishan mountains and Wei river in the south. Xian features seasonal weather. The seasons are clearly distinguishable in Xian. Summers are usually warm to moist and rainfall too occurs at times. Winds blow from the south during summers. In winters, due to the northerly winds, Xian is quite cold and dry. Spring and autumn offers moderate or mild climate. That is why spring or autumn is the most appropriate season to visit Xian. The Xian Weather conditions depend not only on the geographical location of the city, but also on some astronomical factors. The position of the moon and that of the solar system also indicate the upcoming weather. The average maximum temperatures in the months of December and January are 41°F and 30°F respectively. The minimum temperatures are 24°F and 22°F respectively. During the months of May and June the average maximum temperatures are 78°F and 88°F respectively. The minimums are 55°F and 64°F respectively. June is the hottest month of the year in Xian. Maximum amount of rainfall can reach up to 100 mm in September. While in the winter season, it is quite low, as in the months of December, January and February. January is the coldest month. However snowfall is negligible in Xian. It is thus advisable to visit Xian during the winter season in the months of December or January, or the spring season in February or March, when the Xian Weather is cold yet pleasant.
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