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Guyuan, Ningxia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Guyuan, Ningxia?
Guyuan, Ningxia gets 545 mm of precipitation a year over about 90 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -9°C).
Humid continental climate
Guyuan, Ningxia has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -7° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 18° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 15° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 16° |
How much rain does Guyuan get?
Guyuan gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 90 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 55% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 110 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to January 12, 2023.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Guyuan got 159 mm of rain, against a normal of 545 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 125 mm.
Guyuan weather by month
Guyuan weather in January
In January, Guyuan averages a high of 3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 21°C (2014) and the record low is -22°C (1977).
Guyuan weather in February
In February, Guyuan averages a high of 6°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 23°C (1996) and the record low is -19°C (1972).
Guyuan weather in March
In March, Guyuan averages a high of 12°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2004) and the record low is -13°C (1986).
Guyuan weather in April
In April, Guyuan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 33°C (2006) and the record low is -7°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Guyuan weather in May
In May, Guyuan averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (1981) and the record low is -2°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Guyuan weather in June
In June, Guyuan averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is 4°C (1970). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Guyuan weather in July
In July, Guyuan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 110 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 36°C (1997) and the record low is 9°C (1973).
Guyuan weather in August
In August, Guyuan averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 109 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 (2021) and the record low is 8°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Guyuan weather in September
In September, Guyuan averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (1997) and the record low is -1°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Guyuan weather in October
In October, Guyuan averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1987) and the record low is -8°C (1986).
Guyuan weather in November
In November, Guyuan averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (1987) and the record low is -16°C (1987).
Guyuan weather in December
In December, Guyuan averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (1989) and the record low is -24°C (1975).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Guyuan
December is the sunniest month in Guyuan, with estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. September is the cloudiest, at 35%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 44% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Guyuan is cloudier than 53% of China.
Humidity peaks in September at 74% and is lowest in March at 49%.
Guyuan has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Guyuan is cooler than 82% of China.
First and last freeze in Guyuan
The first fall freeze in Guyuan typically comes around October 24, and the last spring freeze around April 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 195 days.
Guyuan weather records
These records cover PINGLIANG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Guyuan station is 36°C, on July 21, 1997. The coldest is -24°C, on December 13, 1975.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 167 mm of precipitation, on July 27, 1996.
45 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Guyuan
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -7°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 15°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9° | 3° | 7.6 mm | 4 | 50% | 54% | 21° | -22° |
| February | -5° | 6° | 12 mm | 5 | 52% | 45% | 23° | -19° |
| March | 0° | 12° | 17 mm | 6 | 49% | 43% | 28° | -13° |
| April | 6° | 18° | 29 mm | 7 | 50% | 41% | 33° | -7° |
| May | 9° | 23° | 48 mm | 8 | 51% | 41% | 33° | -2° |
| June | 14° | 27° | 80 mm | 10 | 53% | 40% | 36° | 4° |
| July | 17° | 28° | 110 mm | 12 | 64% | 45% | 36° | 9° |
| August | 16° | 26° | 109 mm | 12 | 70% | 40% | 36° | 8° |
| September | 11° | 21° | 78 mm | 12 | 74% | 35% | 34° | -1° |
| October | 4° | 16° | 41 mm | 9 | 70% | 37% | 28° | -8° |
| November | -2° | 9° | 11 mm | 5 | 59% | 53% | 23° | -16° |
| December | -7° | 4° | 2.0 mm | 2 | 50% | 59% | 18° | -24° |
Station: PINGLIANG, 62 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.
Guyuan climate questions
How much rain does Guyuan get?
Guyuan gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 90 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Guyuan?
July is the wettest month in Guyuan, with 110 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.
How many rainy days does Guyuan have a year?
Guyuan has about 90 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Guyuan?
July is the warmest month in Guyuan, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Guyuan?
January is the coldest month in Guyuan, with an average low of -9°C.
What is the record high temperature in Guyuan?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Guyuan station is 36°C, set on July 21, 1997. The record low is -24°C, on December 13, 1975.
What is the sunniest month in Guyuan?
December is the sunniest month in Guyuan, with estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. September is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Guyuan?
The first fall freeze in Guyuan typically comes around October 24. The last spring freeze is around April 12.
What is the best time to visit Guyuan?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.