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Benxi, Liaoning Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Benxi, Liaoning?
Benxi, Liaoning gets 803 mm of precipitation a year over about 94 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low -16°C).
Humid continental climate
Benxi, Liaoning has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -4°C in January to 29°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -14° | -2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 4° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 16° |
How much rain does Benxi get?
Benxi gets 803 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 94 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 52% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 203 mm. January is the driest, with 8 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 23 days, to March 13, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Benxi got 53 mm of rain, against a normal of 803 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 28 mm.
Benxi weather by month
Benxi weather in January
In January, Benxi averages a high of -4°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 9°C (2021) and the record low is -34°C (2001).
Benxi weather in February
In February, Benxi averages a high of 0°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 15°C (1998) and the record low is -29°C (1979).
Benxi weather in March
In March, Benxi averages a high of 7°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (1971).
Benxi weather in April
In April, Benxi averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (2015) and the record low is -10°C (1972).
Benxi weather in May
In May, Benxi averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (1979) and the record low is 0°C (1988). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Benxi weather in June
In June, Benxi averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 112 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2017) and the record low is 6°C (1987).
Benxi weather in July
In July, Benxi averages a high of 29°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 184 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2018) and the record low is 12°C (1987).
Benxi weather in August
In August, Benxi averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 203 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2018) and the record low is 7°C (2009).
Benxi weather in September
In September, Benxi averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2002) and the record low is 0°C (1981). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Benxi weather in October
In October, Benxi averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (1982) and the record low is -9°C (1982).
Benxi weather in November
In November, Benxi averages a high of 6°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2024) and the record low is -22°C (1987).
Benxi weather in December
In December, Benxi averages a high of -2°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 13°C (2023) and the record low is -32°C (1980).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Benxi
December is the sunniest month in Benxi, with estimated sunshine of 75% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 31%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 54% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Benxi is sunnier than 67% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 84% and is lowest in April at 48%.
Benxi has about 9 days a year above 32°C. Benxi is cooler than 74% of China.
First and last freeze in Benxi
The first fall freeze in Benxi typically comes around October 16, and the last spring freeze around April 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 183 days.
Benxi weather records
These records cover BENXI during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Benxi station is 39°C, on August 2, 2018. The coldest is -34°C, on January 15, 2001.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 173 mm of precipitation, on October 3, 2021.
59 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Benxi
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -14°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 4°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -16° | -4° | 8.1 mm | 4 | 60% | 68% | 9° | -34° |
| February | -12° | 0° | 12 mm | 4 | 54% | 61% | 15° | -29° |
| March | -4° | 7° | 17 mm | 5 | 50% | 58% | 24° | -23° |
| April | 4° | 16° | 44 mm | 7 | 48% | 55% | 31° | -10° |
| May | 11° | 23° | 68 mm | 10 | 60% | 46% | 34° | 0° |
| June | 16° | 27° | 112 mm | 12 | 72% | 41% | 38° | 6° |
| July | 20° | 29° | 184 mm | 13 | 82% | 31% | 38° | 12° |
| August | 19° | 28° | 203 mm | 12 | 84% | 38% | 39° | 7° |
| September | 12° | 24° | 59 mm | 7 | 78% | 48% | 33° | 0° |
| October | 4° | 16° | 52 mm | 7 | 67% | 61% | 29° | -9° |
| November | -4° | 6° | 31 mm | 7 | 69% | 60% | 21° | -22° |
| December | -13° | -2° | 13 mm | 5 | 60% | 75% | 13° | -32° |
Station: BENXI, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Benxi climate questions
How much rain does Benxi get?
Benxi gets 803 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 94 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Benxi?
August is the wettest month in Benxi, with 203 mm. January is the driest, with 8 mm.
How many rainy days does Benxi have a year?
Benxi has about 94 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.
What is the hottest month in Benxi?
July is the warmest month in Benxi, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Benxi?
January is the coldest month in Benxi, with an average low of -16°C.
What is the record high temperature in Benxi?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Benxi station is 39°C, set on August 2, 2018. The record low is -34°C, on January 15, 2001.
What is the sunniest month in Benxi?
December is the sunniest month in Benxi, with estimated sunshine of 75% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Benxi?
The first fall freeze in Benxi typically comes around October 16. The last spring freeze is around April 16.
What is the best time to visit Benxi?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.