Hohhot, Inner Mongolia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Hohhot get?

Hohhot gets 433 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 121 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to January 12, 2023.

Hohhot weather by month

Hohhot weather in January

In January, Hohhot averages a high of -5°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (1979) and the record low is -31°C (1971).

Hohhot weather in February

In February, Hohhot averages a high of 1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The February record high is 17°C (1992) and the record low is -29°C (1971).

Hohhot weather in March

In March, Hohhot averages a high of 8°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2003) and the record low is -19°C (2024).

Hohhot weather in April

In April, Hohhot averages a high of 17°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (1994) and the record low is -12°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hohhot weather in May

In May, Hohhot averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (1982) and the record low is -3°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hohhot weather in June

In June, Hohhot averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2005) and the record low is 2°C (1987).

Hohhot weather in July

In July, Hohhot averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 8°C (1976).

Hohhot weather in August

In August, Hohhot averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1991) and the record low is 4°C (1979).

Hohhot weather in September

In September, Hohhot averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2002) and the record low is -4°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hohhot weather in October

In October, Hohhot averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1987) and the record low is -11°C (2016).

Hohhot weather in November

In November, Hohhot averages a high of 4°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (1971) and the record low is -22°C (1970).

Hohhot weather in December

In December, Hohhot averages a high of -3°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The December record high is 12°C (2004) and the record low is -29°C (2023).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Hohhot

December is the sunniest month in Hohhot, with sunshine about 79% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 49%. Over the year the sun shines about 61% of daylight hours. Hohhot is sunnier than 93% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 61% and is lowest in May at 30%.

Hohhot has about 10 days a year above 32°C. Hohhot is cooler than 71% of China.

First and last freeze in Hohhot

The first fall freeze in Hohhot typically comes around October 6, and the last spring freeze around April 25. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 164 days.

Hohhot weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Hohhot station is 39°C, on July 30, 2010. The coldest is -31°C, on January 22, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 142 mm of rain, on July 25, 2025.

56 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Hohhot

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -2°C and lows near -13°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 3°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 16°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 2°C.

Hohhot climate questions

How much rain does Hohhot get?

Hohhot gets 433 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Hohhot?

July is the wettest month in Hohhot, with 121 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Hohhot have a year?

Hohhot has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Hohhot?

July is the warmest month in Hohhot, with an average high of 29°C.

What is the coldest month in Hohhot?

January is the coldest month in Hohhot, with an average low of -16°C.

What is the record high temperature in Hohhot?

The record high at the Hohhot station is 39°C, set on July 30, 2010. The record low is -31°C, on January 22, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Hohhot?

December is the sunniest month in Hohhot, with sunshine about 79% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Hohhot?

The first fall freeze in Hohhot typically comes around October 6. The last spring freeze is around April 25.

What is the best time to visit Hohhot?

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