Datong, Shanxi Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Datong get?

Datong gets 402 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 71 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 70% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 102 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to January 12, 2023.

Datong weather by month

Datong weather in January

In January, Datong averages a high of -3°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The January record high is 11°C (1979) and the record low is -31°C (2021).

Datong weather in February

In February, Datong averages a high of 2°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (2010) and the record low is -30°C (2022).

Datong weather in March

In March, Datong averages a high of 9°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2002) and the record low is -21°C (1988).

Datong weather in April

In April, Datong averages a high of 17°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (1994) and the record low is -11°C (1976). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Datong weather in May

In May, Datong averages a high of 24°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2017) and the record low is -6°C (1995). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Datong weather in June

In June, Datong averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2005) and the record low is 3°C (1987).

Datong weather in July

In July, Datong averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 102 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 8°C (2019).

Datong weather in August

In August, Datong averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (1973) and the record low is 3°C (2013).

Datong weather in September

In September, Datong averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2002) and the record low is -4°C (2017). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Datong weather in October

In October, Datong averages a high of 16°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -12°C (2016).

Datong weather in November

In November, Datong averages a high of 6°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (2022).

Datong weather in December

In December, Datong averages a high of -1°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 81% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2010) and the record low is -32°C (2023).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Datong

December is the sunniest month in Datong, with sunshine about 81% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 46%. Over the year the sun shines about 60% of daylight hours. Datong is sunnier than 86% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 64% and is lowest in March at 35%.

Datong has about 11 days a year above 32°C. Datong is cooler than 69% of China.

First and last freeze in Datong

The first fall freeze in Datong typically comes around October 6, and the last spring freeze around April 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 159 days.

Datong weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Datong station is 39°C, on July 29, 2010. The coldest is -32°C, on December 16, 2023.

The wettest day on record brought 71 mm of rain, on August 21, 2022.

52 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Datong

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -1°C and lows near -15°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 2°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 15°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 1°C.

Datong climate questions

How much rain does Datong get?

Datong gets 402 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 71 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Datong?

July is the wettest month in Datong, with 102 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Datong have a year?

Datong has about 71 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Datong?

July is the warmest month in Datong, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Datong?

January is the coldest month in Datong, with an average low of -17°C.

What is the record high temperature in Datong?

The record high at the Datong station is 39°C, set on July 29, 2010. The record low is -32°C, on December 16, 2023.

What is the sunniest month in Datong?

December is the sunniest month in Datong, with sunshine about 81% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Datong?

The first fall freeze in Datong typically comes around October 6. The last spring freeze is around April 30.

What is the best time to visit Datong?

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