Harbin, Heilongjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Harbin get?

Harbin gets 548 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 93 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 54% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 139 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to February 10, 2022.

Harbin weather by month

Harbin weather in January

In January, Harbin averages a high of -12°C and a low of -23°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The January record high is 4°C (2023) and the record low is -38°C (1970).

Harbin weather in February

In February, Harbin averages a high of -6°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The February record high is 10°C (1992) and the record low is -37°C (2001).

Harbin weather in March

In March, Harbin averages a high of 3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The March record high is 22°C (2023) and the record low is -28°C (1970).

Harbin weather in April

In April, Harbin averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (1972).

Harbin weather in May

In May, Harbin averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2014) and the record low is -4°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Harbin weather in June

In June, Harbin averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2001) and the record low is 4°C (1981).

Harbin weather in July

In July, Harbin averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 139 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 9°C (1988).

Harbin weather in August

In August, Harbin averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 112 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (2017).

Harbin weather in September

In September, Harbin averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The September record high is 32°C (2010) and the record low is -5°C (1981). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Harbin weather in October

In October, Harbin averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2006) and the record low is -16°C (1996).

Harbin weather in November

In November, Harbin averages a high of 0°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2009) and the record low is -27°C (1987).

Harbin weather in December

In December, Harbin averages a high of -10°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The December record high is 8°C (1989) and the record low is -36°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Harbin

December is the sunniest month in Harbin, with sunshine about 66% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 36%. Over the year the sun shines about 51% of daylight hours. Harbin is sunnier than 63% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 82% and is lowest in April at 44%.

Harbin has about 6 days a year above 32°C. Harbin is cooler than 80% of China.

First and last freeze in Harbin

The first fall freeze in Harbin typically comes around October 5, and the last spring freeze around April 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 164 days.

Harbin weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Harbin station is 39°C, on June 4, 2001. The coldest is -38°C, on January 4, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 147 mm of rain, on August 29, 2012.

42 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 Harbin

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -20°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°C.

Harbin climate questions

How much rain does Harbin get?

Harbin gets 548 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 93 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Harbin?

July is the wettest month in Harbin, with 139 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm.

How many rainy days does Harbin have a year?

Harbin has about 93 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Harbin?

July is the warmest month in Harbin, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Harbin?

January is the coldest month in Harbin, with an average low of -23°C.

What is the record high temperature in Harbin?

The record high at the Harbin station is 39°C, set on June 4, 2001. The record low is -38°C, on January 4, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Harbin?

December is the sunniest month in Harbin, with sunshine about 66% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Harbin?

The first fall freeze in Harbin typically comes around October 5. The last spring freeze is around April 24.

What is the best time to visit Harbin?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.