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Huaihua, Hunan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Huaihua, Hunan?
Huaihua, Hunan gets 1308 mm of precipitation a year over about 149 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Huaihua, Hunan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in August. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 4° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 13° | 22° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 23° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 14° | 23° |
How much rain does Huaihua get?
Huaihua gets 1308 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 89% of China.
June is the wettest month, with 239 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 17.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to September 9, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Huaihua got 112 mm of rain, against a normal of 1308 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 65 mm.
Huaihua weather by month
Huaihua weather in January
In January, Huaihua averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1977).
Huaihua weather in February
In February, Huaihua averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 30°C (2010) and the record low is -5°C (2018).
Huaihua weather in March
In March, Huaihua averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 35°C (1988) and the record low is -2°C (1986).
Huaihua weather in April
In April, Huaihua averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 132 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 23% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is 2°C (1996). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huaihua weather in May
In May, Huaihua averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 199 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 8°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huaihua weather in June
In June, Huaihua averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 239 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 15% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is 13°C (1987).
Huaihua weather in July
In July, Huaihua averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 183 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 24% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 17°C (2015).
Huaihua weather in August
In August, Huaihua averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 16°C (1974).
Huaihua weather in September
In September, Huaihua averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 11°C (1971).
Huaihua weather in October
In October, Huaihua averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1991). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huaihua weather in November
In November, Huaihua averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is -2°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Huaihua weather in December
In December, Huaihua averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (1975).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Huaihua
September is the sunniest month in Huaihua, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 15%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 29% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Huaihua is cloudier than 91% of China.
Humidity peaks in June at 82% and is lowest in December at 67%.
Huaihua has about 54 days a year above 32°C. Huaihua is hotter than 80% of China.
First and last freeze in Huaihua
The first fall freeze in Huaihua typically comes around December 15, and the last spring freeze around February 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 305 days.
Huaihua weather records
These records cover ZHIJIANG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Huaihua station is 39°C, on July 25, 2024. The coldest is -12°C, on January 30, 1977.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 180 mm of precipitation, on May 15, 1971.
38 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Huaihua
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 13°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° | 9° | 47 mm | 13 | 76% | 28% | 27° | -12° |
| February | 5° | 12° | 53 mm | 13 | 81% | 21% | 30° | -5° |
| March | 8° | 16° | 99 mm | 17 | 78% | 23% | 35° | -2° |
| April | 13° | 22° | 132 mm | 16 | 79% | 23% | 34° | 2° |
| May | 18° | 27° | 199 mm | 16 | 81% | 24% | 36° | 8° |
| June | 22° | 29° | 239 mm | 15 | 82% | 15% | 37° | 13° |
| July | 23° | 32° | 183 mm | 11 | 72% | 24% | 39° | 17° |
| August | 23° | 32° | 108 mm | 10 | 70% | 39% | 39° | 16° |
| September | 19° | 29° | 69 mm | 9 | 69% | 41% | 39° | 11° |
| October | 14° | 23° | 83 mm | 11 | 70% | 35% | 37° | 3° |
| November | 9° | 18° | 61 mm | 10 | 74% | 38% | 32° | -2° |
| December | 4° | 12° | 36 mm | 10 | 67% | 39% | 27° | -5° |
Station: ZHIJIANG, 34 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.
Huaihua climate questions
How much rain does Huaihua get?
Huaihua gets 1308 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Huaihua?
June is the wettest month in Huaihua, with 239 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm.
How many rainy days does Huaihua have a year?
Huaihua has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 17.
What is the hottest month in Huaihua?
July is the warmest month in Huaihua, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Huaihua?
January is the coldest month in Huaihua, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Huaihua?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Huaihua station is 39°C, set on July 25, 2024. The record low is -12°C, on January 30, 1977.
What is the sunniest month in Huaihua?
September is the sunniest month in Huaihua, with estimated sunshine of 41% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Huaihua?
The first fall freeze in Huaihua typically comes around December 15. The last spring freeze is around February 13.
What is the best time to visit Huaihua?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.