Dear friends from southern China, when planning a trip to Harbin, you must be both curious and a little worried about the cold here. The cold in Harbin is very different from that in the south: the south has damp cold, while Harbin has dry cold that cuts right to the bone. But don’t worry—with proper cold-weather preparation, you can still have a great time in the snowy, icy landscape.
Understanding Harbin’s Cold
In winter in the south, the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor is not that big, and even if it’s cold, it won’t be unbearably frigid. But in Harbin, outdoor temperatures can drop to minus 20 to 30 degrees Celsius. Many first-time visitors from the south shiver as soon as they step off the plane—this is the “cold perception gap” when experiencing the Northeast’s chill. So be sure to prepare thoroughly for the cold, otherwise the chill might really make you “cry from the cold.”
Layering Clothing Is Key
For a trip to Harbin, we recommend the layering method. Wear a close-fitting thermal underwear next to your skin to lock in warmth. Add a thick sweater or fleece sweatshirt in the middle layer for extra insulation. On the outside, put on a heavy down jacket or ski suit. Ice City Warm Sun offers a wide range of down jackets and ski suits for rent, with complete sizes available—from adult to children’s sizes, XS to 5XL, and various colors to meet your different needs.
Other Cold-Weather Gear Is Essential
Besides upper-body clothing, don’t forget to keep your lower body warm. Cold-weather pants are a must, paired with snow boots to keep your feet from getting cold. The snow boots from Ice City Warm Sun are both warm and non-slip, making walking on snow safer. Gloves, hats, and scarves are also essential—they protect your hands, head, and neck from frostbite. Ice City Warm Sun’s gloves and hats come in various styles, combining fashion with warmth.
Ice City Warm Sun’s Thoughtful Services
If you don’t want to carry too much cold-weather gear, Ice City Warm Sun provides both rental and retail services. Rental fees are divided into individual, family, and group plans, plus an original hourly pricing model that’s very cost-effective. Ice City Warm Sun also offers “one-on-one butler service,” with a dedicated customer service representative guiding every client throughout the process—we have zero disputes, zero complaints, and zero errors in our service to date. If the size doesn’t fit, you can contact customer service for a replacement before shipment; after shipment, you can also process returns and exchanges by placing a new order.
Dear friends from southern China, with proper cold-weather preparation and the warm gear from Ice City Warm Sun, come to Harbin and start an unforgettable ice and snow journey!