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Gongzhuling, Jilin Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Gongzhuling, Jilin?
Gongzhuling, Jilin gets 620 mm of precipitation a year over about 86 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low -18°C).
Humid continental climate
Gongzhuling, Jilin has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -7°C in January to 29°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -16° | -5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 3° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 2° | 14° |
How much rain does Gongzhuling get?
Gongzhuling gets 620 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 86 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 57% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 168 mm. January is the driest, with 6 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 71 days, to February 27, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Gongzhuling got 365 mm of rain, against a normal of 620 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 243 mm.
Gongzhuling weather by month
Gongzhuling weather in January
In January, Gongzhuling averages a high of -7°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 6°C (1976) and the record low is -34°C (2018).
Gongzhuling weather in February
In February, Gongzhuling averages a high of -2°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 16°C (1992) and the record low is -33°C (2024).
Gongzhuling weather in March
In March, Gongzhuling averages a high of 6°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -25°C (1971).
Gongzhuling weather in April
In April, Gongzhuling averages a high of 16°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 31°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (1972).
Gongzhuling weather in May
In May, Gongzhuling averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2019) and the record low is -3°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gongzhuling weather in June
In June, Gongzhuling averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (1997) and the record low is 5°C (1992).
Gongzhuling weather in July
In July, Gongzhuling averages a high of 29°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 143 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 36°C (2002) and the record low is 11°C (2017).
Gongzhuling weather in August
In August, Gongzhuling averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 168 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (2009) and the record low is 3°C (2017).
Gongzhuling weather in September
In September, Gongzhuling averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2002) and the record low is -3°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gongzhuling weather in October
In October, Gongzhuling averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2019) and the record low is -13°C (1984).
Gongzhuling weather in November
In November, Gongzhuling averages a high of 3°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2003) and the record low is -22°C (1992).
Gongzhuling weather in December
In December, Gongzhuling averages a high of -5°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 12°C (1989) and the record low is -32°C (2019).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gongzhuling
December is the sunniest month in Gongzhuling, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 34%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 54% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Gongzhuling is sunnier than 69% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 80% and is lowest in April at 41%.
Gongzhuling has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Gongzhuling is cooler than 80% of China.
First and last freeze in Gongzhuling
The first fall freeze in Gongzhuling typically comes around October 9, and the last spring freeze around April 21. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 171 days.
Gongzhuling weather records
These records cover SIPING during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Gongzhuling station is 37°C, on June 28, 1997. The coldest is -34°C, on January 11, 2018.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 167 mm of precipitation, on July 29, 2019.
42 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 Gongzhuling
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -16°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 3°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 2°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -18° | -7° | 5.6 mm | 4 | 63% | 67% | 6° | -34° |
| February | -14° | -2° | 6.3 mm | 3 | 55% | 61% | 16° | -33° |
| March | -6° | 6° | 14 mm | 5 | 47% | 59% | 23° | -25° |
| April | 3° | 16° | 25 mm | 6 | 41% | 53% | 31° | -11° |
| May | 11° | 23° | 62 mm | 10 | 47% | 46% | 36° | -3° |
| June | 16° | 27° | 92 mm | 12 | 65% | 41% | 37° | 5° |
| July | 20° | 29° | 143 mm | 12 | 78% | 34% | 36° | 11° |
| August | 18° | 28° | 168 mm | 12 | 80% | 40% | 36° | 3° |
| September | 11° | 23° | 49 mm | 7 | 74% | 51% | 33° | -3° |
| October | 3° | 15° | 28 mm | 6 | 58% | 66% | 28° | -13° |
| November | -7° | 3° | 18 mm | 5 | 66% | 58% | 21° | -22° |
| December | -16° | -5° | 7.9 mm | 4 | 60% | 76% | 12° | -32° |
Station: SIPING, 53 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.
Gongzhuling climate questions
How much rain does Gongzhuling get?
Gongzhuling gets 620 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 86 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Gongzhuling?
August is the wettest month in Gongzhuling, with 168 mm. January is the driest, with 6 mm.
How many rainy days does Gongzhuling have a year?
Gongzhuling has about 86 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Gongzhuling?
July is the warmest month in Gongzhuling, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Gongzhuling?
January is the coldest month in Gongzhuling, with an average low of -18°C.
What is the record high temperature in Gongzhuling?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Gongzhuling station is 37°C, set on June 28, 1997. The record low is -34°C, on January 11, 2018.
What is the sunniest month in Gongzhuling?
December is the sunniest month in Gongzhuling, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Gongzhuling?
The first fall freeze in Gongzhuling typically comes around October 9. The last spring freeze is around April 21.
What is the best time to visit Gongzhuling?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.