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Chengde, Hebei Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Chengde, Hebei?
Chengde, Hebei gets 593 mm of precipitation a year over about 73 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -14°C).
Humid continental climate
Chengde, Hebei has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -1°C in January to 30°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -13° | 1° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 3° | 18° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 30° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 3° | 17° |
How much rain does Chengde get?
Chengde gets 593 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 73 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 68% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 145 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 74 days, to January 21, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Chengde got 187 mm of rain, against a normal of 593 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 93 mm.
Chengde weather by month
Chengde weather in January
In January, Chengde averages a high of -1°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 78% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 9°C (2002) and the record low is -27°C (2021).
Chengde weather in February
In February, Chengde averages a high of 4°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2021) and the record low is -24°C (2000).
Chengde weather in March
In March, Chengde averages a high of 11°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -20°C (1971).
Chengde weather in April
In April, Chengde averages a high of 19°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (1972) and the record low is -9°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chengde weather in May
In May, Chengde averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 39°C (2001) and the record low is 0°C (2021). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chengde weather in June
In June, Chengde averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2023) and the record low is 7°C (2017).
Chengde weather in July
In July, Chengde averages a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 145 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 43°C (2000) and the record low is 12°C (2015).
Chengde weather in August
In August, Chengde averages a high of 29°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2009) and the record low is 7°C (1972).
Chengde weather in September
In September, Chengde averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2002) and the record low is 0°C (2010). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chengde weather in October
In October, Chengde averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 33°C (2022) and the record low is -11°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Chengde weather in November
In November, Chengde averages a high of 7°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -19°C (1987).
Chengde weather in December
In December, Chengde averages a high of -1°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 83% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 12°C (1989) and the record low is -24°C (2012).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Chengde
December is the sunniest month in Chengde, with estimated sunshine of 83% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 37%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 60% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Chengde is sunnier than 86% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 73% and is lowest in February at 41%.
Chengde has about 22 days a year above 32°C. Chengde is cooler than 56% of China.
First and last freeze in Chengde
The first fall freeze in Chengde typically comes around October 15, and the last spring freeze around April 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 185 days.
Chengde weather records
These records cover CHENGDE during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Chengde station is 43°C, on July 14, 2000. The coldest is -27°C, on January 7, 2021.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 100 mm of precipitation, on July 13, 1994.
61 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.1°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Chengde
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -13°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 4°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 17°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 3°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -14° | -1° | 2.3 mm | 1 | 44% | 78% | 9° | -27° |
| February | -11° | 4° | 7.1 mm | 2 | 41% | 65% | 21° | -24° |
| March | -4° | 11° | 7.9 mm | 3 | 41% | 62% | 28° | -20° |
| April | 4° | 19° | 24 mm | 5 | 41% | 58% | 34° | -9° |
| May | 11° | 26° | 52 mm | 8 | 48% | 50% | 39° | 0° |
| June | 16° | 29° | 99 mm | 12 | 57% | 48% | 41° | 7° |
| July | 19° | 31° | 145 mm | 13 | 72% | 37% | 43° | 12° |
| August | 18° | 29° | 104 mm | 11 | 73% | 46% | 39° | 7° |
| September | 11° | 25° | 51 mm | 8 | 66% | 53% | 36° | 0° |
| October | 3° | 17° | 32 mm | 5 | 55% | 65% | 33° | -11° |
| November | -6° | 7° | 28 mm | 3 | 54% | 69% | 24° | -19° |
| December | -13° | -1° | 42 mm | 3 | 42% | 83% | 12° | -24° |
Station: CHENGDE, 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.
Chengde climate questions
How much rain does Chengde get?
Chengde gets 593 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 73 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Chengde?
July is the wettest month in Chengde, with 145 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm.
How many rainy days does Chengde have a year?
Chengde has about 73 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.
What is the hottest month in Chengde?
July is the warmest month in Chengde, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Chengde?
January is the coldest month in Chengde, with an average low of -14°C.
What is the record high temperature in Chengde?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Chengde station is 43°C, set on July 14, 2000. The record low is -27°C, on January 7, 2021.
What is the sunniest month in Chengde?
December is the sunniest month in Chengde, with estimated sunshine of 83% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Chengde?
The first fall freeze in Chengde typically comes around October 15. The last spring freeze is around April 13.
What is the best time to visit Chengde?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.