Gaoping, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Gaoping, Sichuan gets 1026 mm of precipitation a year over about 128 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).

Gaoping climate at a glance

Subtropical monsoon climate

Gaoping, Sichuan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in August. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Gaoping get?

Gaoping gets 1026 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 128 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 71% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 176 mm. January is the driest, with 16 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to May 27, 2024.

Gaoping weather by month

Gaoping weather in January

In January, Gaoping averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The January record high is 19°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2016).

Gaoping weather in February

In February, Gaoping averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (1977).

Gaoping weather in March

In March, Gaoping averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2025) and the record low is 1°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gaoping weather in April

In April, Gaoping averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2025) and the record low is 5°C (2006). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gaoping weather in May

In May, Gaoping averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 124 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 9°C (1991).

Gaoping weather in June

In June, Gaoping averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2025) and the record low is 14°C (1997).

Gaoping weather in July

In July, Gaoping averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 176 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 18°C (1973).

Gaoping weather in August

In August, Gaoping averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 147 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (2022) and the record low is 17°C (2005).

Gaoping weather in September

In September, Gaoping averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The September record high is 42°C (2006) and the record low is 13°C (2011).

Gaoping weather in October

In October, Gaoping averages a high of 21°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is 3°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Gaoping weather in November

In November, Gaoping averages a high of 16°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (1979) and the record low is 2°C (1975).

Gaoping weather in December

In December, Gaoping averages a high of 11°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The December record high is 19°C (2013) and the record low is -3°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gaoping

August is the sunniest month in Gaoping, with sunshine about 34% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest, at 19%. Over the year the sun shines about 27% of daylight hours. Gaoping is cloudier than 94% of China.

Humidity peaks in October at 81% and is lowest in August at 64%.

Gaoping has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Gaoping is hotter than 70% of China.

First and last freeze in Gaoping

The first fall freeze in Gaoping typically comes around December 20, and the last spring freeze around January 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 330 days.

Gaoping weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Gaoping station is 43°C, on August 23, 2022. The coldest is -3°C, on December 28, 1991.

The wettest day on record brought 177 mm of rain, on July 17, 2010.

56 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 Gaoping

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 6°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°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 22°C and lows near 16°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January16 mm877%29%19°-3°
February18 mm773%28%24°-1°
March39 mm1070%29%33°
April79 mm1172%25%35°
May124 mm1371%26%37°
June165 mm1377%20%39°14°
July176 mm1275%29%39°18°
August147 mm1064%34%43°17°
September122 mm1372%32%42°13°
October86 mm1481%19%34°
November37 mm978%27%28°
December17 mm778%29%19°-3°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Gaoping climate questions

How much rain does Gaoping get?

Gaoping gets 1026 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 128 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Gaoping?

July is the wettest month in Gaoping, with 176 mm. January is the driest, with 16 mm.

How many rainy days does Gaoping have a year?

Gaoping has about 128 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Gaoping?

July is the warmest month in Gaoping, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Gaoping?

January is the coldest month in Gaoping, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Gaoping?

The record high at the Gaoping station is 43°C, set on August 23, 2022. The record low is -3°C, on December 28, 1991.

What is the sunniest month in Gaoping?

August is the sunniest month in Gaoping, with sunshine about 34% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Gaoping?

The first fall freeze in Gaoping typically comes around December 20. The last spring freeze is around January 24.

What is the best time to visit Gaoping?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station NANCHONG (3 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station NANCHONG.