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Hengshui, Hebei Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Hengshui, Hebei?
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).
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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -5° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 9° | 21° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 22° | 32° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 20° |
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. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 44%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 57% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover POTOU during 1996–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 318 mm of precipitation, 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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7° | 3° | 2.5 mm | 2 | 53% | 65% | 17° | -19° |
| February | -3° | 7° | 8.6 mm | 3 | 49% | 58% | 25° | -13° |
| March | 3° | 14° | 8.1 mm | 2 | 40% | 59% | 31° | -8° |
| April | 9° | 22° | 25 mm | 5 | 42% | 53% | 33° | -1° |
| May | 16° | 27° | 34 mm | 5 | 46% | 54% | 39° | 6° |
| June | 21° | 32° | 70 mm | 8 | 48% | 49% | 42° | 10° |
| July | 23° | 32° | 164 mm | 10 | 72% | 44% | 41° | 17° |
| August | 22° | 31° | 140 mm | 9 | 77% | 48% | 37° | 14° |
| September | 17° | 27° | 39 mm | 5 | 67% | 57% | 36° | 8° |
| October | 10° | 21° | 35 mm | 4 | 57% | 58% | 31° | -2° |
| November | 2° | 12° | 14 mm | 4 | 56% | 63% | 25° | -12° |
| December | -5° | 4° | 2.8 mm | 2 | 49% | 76% | 19° | -16° |
Station: POTOU, 85 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1996–2025; 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.
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?
Within the available 1996–2025 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.