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Dingzhou, 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 Dingzhou, Hebei?
Dingzhou, Hebei gets 545 mm of precipitation a year over about 65 rainy days. June is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -5°C).
Semi-arid climate
Dingzhou, Hebei has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 32°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -3° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 10° | 22° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 22° | 32° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 10° | 20° |
How much rain does Dingzhou get?
Dingzhou gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 65 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 79% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 144 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to January 11, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Dingzhou got 55 mm of rain, against a normal of 545 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 33 mm.
Dingzhou weather by month
Dingzhou weather in January
In January, Dingzhou averages a high of 4°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (2002) and the record low is -19°C (1977).
Dingzhou weather in February
In February, Dingzhou averages a high of 8°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 27°C (2021) and the record low is -15°C (1972).
Dingzhou weather in March
In March, Dingzhou averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 33°C (2018) and the record low is -9°C (1971).
Dingzhou weather in April
In April, Dingzhou averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 35°C (1992) and the record low is -3°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Dingzhou weather in May
In May, Dingzhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 43°C (2014) and the record low is 4°C (1977).
Dingzhou weather in June
In June, Dingzhou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 43°C (2022) and the record low is 11°C (1973).
Dingzhou weather in July
In July, Dingzhou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 144 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 43°C (2002) and the record low is 16°C (1996).
Dingzhou weather in August
In August, Dingzhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 142 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 38°C (1973) and the record low is 11°C (1979).
Dingzhou weather in September
In September, Dingzhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 39°C (1987) and the record low is 4°C (1972).
Dingzhou weather in October
In October, Dingzhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is -2°C (1974). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Dingzhou weather in November
In November, Dingzhou averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 27°C (1991) and the record low is -11°C (1970).
Dingzhou weather in December
In December, Dingzhou averages a high of 6°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 79% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Dingzhou
December is the sunniest month in Dingzhou, with estimated sunshine of 79% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 42%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 58% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Dingzhou is sunnier than 80% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 79% and is lowest in April at 42%.
Dingzhou has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Dingzhou is hotter than 72% of China.
First and last freeze in Dingzhou
The first fall freeze in Dingzhou typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around March 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 242 days.
Dingzhou weather records
These records cover SHIJIAZHUANG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Dingzhou station is 43°C, on July 15, 2002. The coldest is -19°C, on January 3, 1977.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 359 mm of precipitation, on August 4, 1996.
39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Dingzhou
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near -4°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 10°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 22°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 10°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5° | 4° | 4.1 mm | 2 | 53% | 68% | 18° | -19° |
| February | -2° | 8° | 6.3 mm | 3 | 54% | 60% | 27° | -15° |
| March | 4° | 15° | 11 mm | 3 | 45% | 61% | 33° | -9° |
| April | 11° | 22° | 27 mm | 5 | 42% | 55% | 35° | -3° |
| May | 16° | 28° | 38 mm | 5 | 47% | 53% | 43° | 4° |
| June | 21° | 32° | 59 mm | 8 | 45% | 51% | 43° | 11° |
| July | 23° | 32° | 144 mm | 11 | 71% | 42% | 43° | 16° |
| August | 22° | 31° | 142 mm | 11 | 79% | 46% | 38° | 11° |
| September | 17° | 27° | 62 mm | 7 | 71% | 56% | 39° | 4° |
| October | 11° | 21° | 30 mm | 5 | 59% | 60% | 34° | -2° |
| November | 2° | 12° | 17 mm | 4 | 58% | 66% | 27° | -11° |
| December | -3° | 6° | 4.6 mm | 2 | 50% | 79% | 26° | -18° |
Station: SHIJIAZHUANG, 73 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.
Dingzhou climate questions
How much rain does Dingzhou get?
Dingzhou gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 65 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Dingzhou?
July is the wettest month in Dingzhou, with 144 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Dingzhou have a year?
Dingzhou has about 65 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Dingzhou?
June is the warmest month in Dingzhou, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Dingzhou?
January is the coldest month in Dingzhou, with an average low of -5°C.
What is the record high temperature in Dingzhou?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Dingzhou station is 43°C, set on July 15, 2002. The record low is -19°C, on January 3, 1977.
What is the sunniest month in Dingzhou?
December is the sunniest month in Dingzhou, with estimated sunshine of 79% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Dingzhou?
The first fall freeze in Dingzhou typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around March 16.
What is the best time to visit Dingzhou?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.