Huaihua, Hunan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Huaihua climate at a glance

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.

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.

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. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 15%. Over the year the sun shines about 29% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 180 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January47 mm1376%28%27°-12°
February53 mm1381%21%30°-5°
March99 mm1778%23%35°-2°
April132 mm1679%23%34°
May199 mm1681%24%36°
June239 mm1582%15%37°13°
July183 mm1172%24%39°17°
August108 mm1070%39%39°16°
September69 mm969%41%39°11°
October83 mm1170%35%37°
November61 mm1074%38%32°-2°
December36 mm1067%39%27°-5°

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?

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 sunshine about 41% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ZHIJIANG (34 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ZHIJIANG.