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Fenghuang, Hunan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Fenghuang, Hunan?
Fenghuang, Hunan gets 1308 mm of precipitation a year over about 149 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Fenghuang, Hunan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in August. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 4° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 13° | 22° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 23° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 14° | 23° |
How much rain does Fenghuang get?
Fenghuang gets 1308 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 89% of China.
June is the wettest month, with 239 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to September 9, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Fenghuang got 112 mm of rain, against a normal of 1308 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 65 mm.
Fenghuang weather by month
Fenghuang weather in January
In January, Fenghuang averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1977).
Fenghuang weather in February
In February, Fenghuang averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 30°C (2010) and the record low is -5°C (2018).
Fenghuang weather in March
In March, Fenghuang averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 35°C (1988) and the record low is -2°C (1986).
Fenghuang weather in April
In April, Fenghuang averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 132 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is 2°C (1996). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fenghuang weather in May
In May, Fenghuang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 199 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 8°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fenghuang weather in June
In June, Fenghuang averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 239 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 14% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is 13°C (1987).
Fenghuang weather in July
In July, Fenghuang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 183 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 17°C (2015).
Fenghuang weather in August
In August, Fenghuang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 16°C (1974).
Fenghuang weather in September
In September, Fenghuang averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 11°C (1971).
Fenghuang weather in October
In October, Fenghuang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1991). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fenghuang weather in November
In November, Fenghuang averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is -2°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Fenghuang weather in December
In December, Fenghuang averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (1975).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Fenghuang
August is the sunniest month in Fenghuang, with estimated sunshine of 38% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 14%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 28% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Fenghuang is cloudier than 94% of China.
Humidity peaks in June at 83% and is lowest in December at 70%.
Fenghuang has about 54 days a year above 32°C. Fenghuang is hotter than 80% of China.
First and last freeze in Fenghuang
The first fall freeze in Fenghuang typically comes around December 15, and the last spring freeze around February 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 305 days.
Fenghuang weather records
These records cover ZHIJIANG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Fenghuang station is 39°C, on July 25, 2024. The coldest is -12°C, on January 30, 1977.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 180 mm of precipitation, on May 15, 1971.
38 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Fenghuang
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°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 21°C and lows near 13°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° | 9° | 47 mm | 13 | 78% | 29% | 27° | -12° |
| February | 5° | 12° | 53 mm | 13 | 81% | 22% | 30° | -5° |
| March | 8° | 16° | 99 mm | 17 | 80% | 23% | 35° | -2° |
| April | 13° | 22° | 132 mm | 16 | 79% | 22% | 34° | 2° |
| May | 18° | 27° | 199 mm | 16 | 81% | 22% | 36° | 8° |
| June | 22° | 29° | 239 mm | 15 | 83% | 14% | 37° | 13° |
| July | 23° | 32° | 183 mm | 11 | 76% | 22% | 39° | 17° |
| August | 23° | 32° | 108 mm | 10 | 72% | 38% | 39° | 16° |
| September | 19° | 29° | 69 mm | 9 | 71% | 37% | 39° | 11° |
| October | 14° | 23° | 83 mm | 11 | 73% | 32% | 37° | 3° |
| November | 9° | 18° | 61 mm | 10 | 77% | 36% | 32° | -2° |
| December | 4° | 12° | 36 mm | 10 | 70% | 38% | 27° | -5° |
Station: ZHIJIANG, 55 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.
Fenghuang climate questions
How much rain does Fenghuang get?
Fenghuang gets 1308 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Fenghuang?
June is the wettest month in Fenghuang, with 239 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm.
How many rainy days does Fenghuang have a year?
Fenghuang has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Fenghuang?
July is the warmest month in Fenghuang, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Fenghuang?
January is the coldest month in Fenghuang, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Fenghuang?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Fenghuang station is 39°C, set on July 25, 2024. The record low is -12°C, on January 30, 1977.
What is the sunniest month in Fenghuang?
August is the sunniest month in Fenghuang, with estimated sunshine of 38% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Fenghuang?
The first fall freeze in Fenghuang typically comes around December 15. The last spring freeze is around February 13.
What is the best time to visit Fenghuang?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.