In order to study the pollution status and the seasonal and diurnal variations, ambient concentrations of BTEX were analyzed at Beijing from 2008-10 to 2009-10, by using the method of two-step-concentration-gas spectrometry/mass (CCD-GC/MS). The average concentration of BTEX in Beijing was 13.9-44.0 microg x cm(-3). The dominant compound components were toluene, benzene, followed by ethyl benzene, m/p-xylene, o-xylene. Compared with foreign cities and regions, the level of BTEX at Beijing atmosphere was relatively lower. The study found that BTEX in Beijing mainly came from vehicle emissions, coal and solvent evaporation were also important sources of BTEX. No significantly obvious seasonal variation was observed, with the highest concentrations observed in spring and summer and the lowest concentrations generally found in autumn. Seasonal variations of emission sources were the main reason for seasonal changes of BTEX. However, the impact of weather factors on the BTEX can not be ignored, such as temperature and strong winds. Significant diurnal variations in BTEX were observed. The BTEX concentrations displayed a bimodal pattern, with peak between 08:00 and 10:00. and between 16:00 and 08:00. The minimum concentration generally appeared around 14:00.