Historical US Dollar to Chinese Yuan exchange rates for the full year 2026
| Date | Rate | Change |
|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 | 6.9011 | +0.055% |
| March 4, 2026 | 6.8973 | -0.149% |
| March 3, 2026 | 6.9076 | +0.365% |
| March 2, 2026 | 6.8825 | +0.354% |
| February 27, 2026 | 6.8582 | +0.247% |
| February 26, 2026 | 6.8413 | -0.411% |
| February 25, 2026 | 6.8695 | -0.177% |
| February 24, 2026 | 6.8817 | -0.391% |
| February 23, 2026 | 6.9087 | +0.001% |
| February 20, 2026 | 6.9086 | +0.000% |
| February 19, 2026 | 6.9086 | -0.001% |
| February 18, 2026 | 6.9087 | +0.000% |
| February 17, 2026 | 6.9087 | +0.001% |
| February 16, 2026 | 6.9086 | +0.000% |
| February 13, 2026 | 6.9086 | +0.109% |
| February 12, 2026 | 6.9011 | -0.148% |
| February 11, 2026 | 6.9113 | -0.051% |
| February 10, 2026 | 6.9148 | -0.111% |
| February 9, 2026 | 6.9225 | -0.238% |
| February 6, 2026 | 6.9390 | -0.003% |
| February 5, 2026 | 6.9392 | -0.036% |
| February 4, 2026 | 6.9417 | +0.052% |
| February 3, 2026 | 6.9381 | -0.076% |
| February 2, 2026 | 6.9434 | -0.091% |
| January 30, 2026 | 6.9497 | +0.050% |
| January 29, 2026 | 6.9462 | -0.003% |
| January 28, 2026 | 6.9464 | -0.121% |
| January 27, 2026 | 6.9548 | +0.006% |
| January 26, 2026 | 6.9544 | -0.146% |
| January 23, 2026 | 6.9646 | -0.159% |
| January 22, 2026 | 6.9757 | +0.169% |
| January 21, 2026 | 6.9639 | +0.072% |
| January 20, 2026 | 6.9589 | -0.065% |
| January 19, 2026 | 6.9634 | -0.090% |
| January 16, 2026 | 6.9697 | +0.034% |
| January 15, 2026 | 6.9673 | -0.087% |
| January 14, 2026 | 6.9734 | -0.032% |
| January 13, 2026 | 6.9756 | +0.036% |
| January 12, 2026 | 6.9731 | -0.132% |
| January 9, 2026 | 6.9823 | +0.007% |
| January 8, 2026 | 6.9818 | -0.134% |
| January 7, 2026 | 6.9912 | +0.097% |
| January 6, 2026 | 6.9844 | -0.014% |
| January 5, 2026 | 6.9854 | -0.119% |
| January 2, 2026 | 6.9937 | -0.104% |
| December 31, 2025 | 7.0010 | — |
The USD/CNY exchange rate averaged 6.9371 in 2026, trading between a low of 6.8413 and a high of 7.0010,a range of 2.3% over the year. The rate fell by 1.43% over the full year, from 7.0010 at the opening of 2026 to 6.9011 at year-end.
Q1 (2026): January through March averaged 6.9827, a -0.26% move from the 2026 opening rate of 7.0010.
Q2 (2026): April through June averaged 6.9576, down 0.36% from Q1.
Q3 (2026): July through September averaged 6.9212, a -0.52% change from Q2.
Q4 (2026): October through December averaged 6.8895, closing the year at 6.9011, a 1.43% decline for USD against CNY from the 2026 open.
Annualized volatility for USD/CNY in 2026 was 2.4%, calculated as the annualized standard deviation of daily log returns across 46 trading days. For reference, major currency pairs average 5–10% annualized volatility in calm years and 12–20% during significant policy or market disruptions. Volatility above 10% generally indicates conditions where hedging currency exposure was material for businesses and travelers with significant USD/CNY exposure.
| Month | Avg Rate | High | Low | vs Prior Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.9693 | 6.9937 | 6.9462 | — |
| February | 6.9081 | 6.9434 | 6.8413 | -0.88% |
| March | 6.8971 | 6.9076 | 6.8825 | -0.16% |
What was the USD to CNY exchange rate in 2026?
The USD/CNY rate averaged 6.9371 in 2026, ranging from a low of 6.8413 to a high of 7.0010.
What was the highest USD/CNY rate in 2026?
The highest USD to CNY rate recorded in 2026 was 7.0010. The lowest was 6.8413.
How much did the USD/CNY rate change in 2026?
The USD/CNY rate fell by 1.43% in 2026, from 7.0010 to 6.9011.
What was the USD/CNY annual trading range in 2026?
The USD/CNY pair traded in a range of 6.8413 to 7.0010 in 2026,a spread of 2.3% between the year's low and high.
Was 2026 a good year to exchange USD to CNY?
The USD/CNY rate fell 1.43% over 2026, closing at 6.9011. For those converting USD to CNY, the year-end rate was less favorable than the start of year, meaning converting earlier in 2026 would have been more advantageous. Historical data like this can provide useful context when planning future currency exchanges.
Where can I find USD/CNY rates for other years?
LiveRates.io provides complete daily historical rates for USD/CNY going back to 2000. Use the year navigation above to view adjacent years, or visit the main USD to CNY page for current rates, a 30-day chart, and links to all available historical years.