Baiyin, Gansu Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Baiyin, Gansu gets 443 mm of precipitation a year over about 95 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 27°C) and January the coldest (average low -13°C).

Baiyin climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Baiyin, Gansu has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 1°C in January to 26°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Baiyin get?

Baiyin gets 443 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 95 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 51% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 89 mm. January is the driest, with 5 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 65 days, to January 22, 2023.

Baiyin weather by month

Baiyin weather in January

In January, Baiyin averages a high of 1°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2014) and the record low is -24°C (2012).

Baiyin weather in February

In February, Baiyin averages a high of 4°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2010) and the record low is -22°C (2008).

Baiyin weather in March

In March, Baiyin averages a high of 11°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2025) and the record low is -16°C (2024).

Baiyin weather in April

In April, Baiyin averages a high of 17°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2006) and the record low is -9°C (2018). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Baiyin weather in May

In May, Baiyin averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2007) and the record low is -2°C (2026). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Baiyin weather in June

In June, Baiyin averages a high of 25°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (2019). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Baiyin weather in July

In July, Baiyin averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 6°C (2015). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Baiyin weather in August

In August, Baiyin averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 89 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is 4°C (2020).

Baiyin weather in September

In September, Baiyin averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (2012). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Baiyin weather in October

In October, Baiyin averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (2021) and the record low is -6°C (2020).

Baiyin weather in November

In November, Baiyin averages a high of 8°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (2023) and the record low is -19°C (2009).

Baiyin weather in December

In December, Baiyin averages a high of 2°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The December record high is 15°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (2012).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Baiyin

November is the sunniest month in Baiyin, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 49% of daylight hours. Baiyin is sunnier than 57% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 62% and is lowest in March at 31%.

Baiyin has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Baiyin is cooler than 84% of China.

First and last freeze in Baiyin

The first fall freeze in Baiyin typically comes around October 15, and the last spring freeze around April 27. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 171 days.

Baiyin weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Baiyin station is 37°C, on July 30, 2010. The coldest is -24°C, on January 30, 2008.

The wettest day on record brought 119 mm of rain, on August 13, 2022.

The best time to visit Baiyin

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -11°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 2°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 11°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 1°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January5.1 mm445%61%16°-24°
February9.9 mm442%50%21°-22°
March14 mm631%48%26°-16°
April23 mm635%42%29°-9°
May58 mm1135%40%32°-2°
June56 mm1037%38%33°
July82 mm1347%51%37°
August89 mm1353%44%34°
September59 mm1362%41%31°
October29 mm962%44%26°-6°
November8.6 mm449%62%20°-19°
December10 mm346%62%15°-23°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Baiyin climate questions

How much rain does Baiyin get?

Baiyin gets 443 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 95 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Baiyin?

August is the wettest month in Baiyin, with 89 mm. January is the driest, with 5 mm.

How many rainy days does Baiyin have a year?

Baiyin has about 95 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Baiyin?

July is the warmest month in Baiyin, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Baiyin?

January is the coldest month in Baiyin, with an average low of -13°C.

What is the record high temperature in Baiyin?

The record high at the Baiyin station is 37°C, set on July 30, 2010. The record low is -24°C, on January 30, 2008.

What is the sunniest month in Baiyin?

November is the sunniest month in Baiyin, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Baiyin?

The first fall freeze in Baiyin typically comes around October 15. The last spring freeze is around April 27.

What is the best time to visit Baiyin?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station YU ZHONG (76 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station YU ZHONG.