Hengshui, Hebei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Hengshui, Hebei gets 543 mm of precipitation a year over about 59 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).

Hengshui climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Hengshui, Hebei has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 32°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Hengshui get?

Hengshui gets 543 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 59 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 86% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 164 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 44 days, to January 11, 2023.

Hengshui weather by month

Hengshui weather in January

In January, Hengshui averages a high of 3°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The January record high is 17°C (2002) and the record low is -19°C (2021).

Hengshui weather in February

In February, Hengshui averages a high of 7°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The February record high is 25°C (2021) and the record low is -13°C (2006).

Hengshui weather in March

In March, Hengshui averages a high of 14°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The March record high is 31°C (2009) and the record low is -8°C (2007).

Hengshui weather in April

In April, Hengshui averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2020) and the record low is -1°C (1996). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hengshui weather in May

In May, Hengshui averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2014) and the record low is 6°C (2021).

Hengshui weather in June

In June, Hengshui averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2024) and the record low is 10°C (1997).

Hengshui weather in July

In July, Hengshui averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 164 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2002) and the record low is 17°C (2024).

Hengshui weather in August

In August, Hengshui averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 14°C (1996).

Hengshui weather in September

In September, Hengshui averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1999) and the record low is 8°C (1999).

Hengshui weather in October

In October, Hengshui averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (1998) and the record low is -2°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hengshui weather in November

In November, Hengshui averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (2015).

Hengshui weather in December

In December, Hengshui averages a high of 4°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The December record high is 19°C (2023) and the record low is -16°C (2023).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Hengshui

December is the sunniest month in Hengshui, with sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 44%. Over the year the sun shines about 57% of daylight hours. Hengshui is sunnier than 77% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 77% and is lowest in March at 40%.

Hengshui has about 47 days a year above 32°C. Hengshui is hotter than 67% of China.

First and last freeze in Hengshui

The first fall freeze in Hengshui typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around March 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 236 days.

Hengshui weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Hengshui station is 42°C, on June 13, 2024. The coldest is -19°C, on January 6, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 318 mm of rain, on July 14, 1998.

34 all-time records have been set at the station since 1996.

The best time to visit Hengshui

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 22°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 9°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January2.5 mm253%65%17°-19°
February8.6 mm349%58%25°-13°
March8.1 mm240%59%31°-8°
April25 mm542%53%33°-1°
May34 mm546%54%39°
June70 mm848%49%42°10°
July164 mm1072%44%41°17°
August140 mm977%48%37°14°
September39 mm567%57%36°
October35 mm457%58%31°-2°
November14 mm456%63%25°-12°
December2.8 mm249%76%19°-16°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Hengshui climate questions

How much rain does Hengshui get?

Hengshui gets 543 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 59 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Hengshui?

July is the wettest month in Hengshui, with 164 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Hengshui have a year?

Hengshui has about 59 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Hengshui?

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

What is the coldest month in Hengshui?

January is the coldest month in Hengshui, with an average low of -7°C.

What is the record high temperature in Hengshui?

The record high at the Hengshui station is 42°C, set on June 13, 2024. The record low is -19°C, on January 6, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Hengshui?

December is the sunniest month in Hengshui, with sunshine about 76% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Hengshui?

The first fall freeze in Hengshui typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around March 22.

What is the best time to visit Hengshui?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station POTOU (85 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station POTOU.