Changde, Hunan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Changde get?

Changde gets 1427 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 140 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 80% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 218 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to August 24, 2022.

Changde weather by month

Changde weather in January

In January, Changde averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The January record high is 25°C (2014) and the record low is -13°C (1977).

Changde weather in February

In February, Changde averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 31°C (2009) and the record low is -8°C (1972).

Changde weather in March

In March, Changde averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 115 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 36°C (2025) and the record low is -1°C (2005).

Changde weather in April

In April, Changde averages a high of 22°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 166 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The April record high is 38°C (2004) and the record low is 1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Changde weather in May

In May, Changde averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 190 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2011) and the record low is 10°C (1977).

Changde weather in June

In June, Changde averages a high of 30°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 218 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (1974) and the record low is 13°C (1987).

Changde weather in July

In July, Changde averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 193 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2024) and the record low is 18°C (2015).

Changde weather in August

In August, Changde averages a high of 32°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 118 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The August record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 17°C (2009).

Changde weather in September

In September, Changde averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 40°C (2024) and the record low is 11°C (1982).

Changde weather in October

In October, Changde averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Changde weather in November

In November, Changde averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (1979) and the record low is -2°C (2022). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Changde weather in December

In December, Changde averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (1987) and the record low is -7°C (2018).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Changde

December is the sunniest month in Changde, with sunshine about 49% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 18%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Changde is cloudier than 82% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 81% and is lowest in December at 64%.

Changde has about 55 days a year above 32°C. Changde is hotter than 81% of China.

First and last freeze in Changde

The first fall freeze in Changde typically comes around December 20, and the last spring freeze around February 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 309 days.

Changde weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Changde station is 42°C, on August 20, 2022. The coldest is -13°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 251 mm of rain, on April 24, 1999.

45 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 Changde

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 14°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Changde climate questions

How much rain does Changde get?

Changde gets 1427 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 140 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Changde?

June is the wettest month in Changde, with 218 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm.

How many rainy days does Changde have a year?

Changde has about 140 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Changde?

July is the warmest month in Changde, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Changde?

January is the coldest month in Changde, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Changde?

The record high at the Changde station is 42°C, set on August 20, 2022. The record low is -13°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Changde?

December is the sunniest month in Changde, with sunshine about 49% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Changde?

The first fall freeze in Changde typically comes around December 20. The last spring freeze is around February 14.

What is the best time to visit Changde?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.