Huangshan, Anhui Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Huangshan, Anhui gets 1801 mm of precipitation a year over about 152 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Huangshan climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Huangshan, Anhui has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 34°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Huangshan get?

Huangshan gets 1801 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 152 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 92% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 373 mm. October is the driest, with 56 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to October 6, 2021.

Huangshan weather by month

Huangshan weather in January

In January, Huangshan averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The January record high is 26°C (2020) and the record low is -11°C (1970).

Huangshan weather in February

In February, Huangshan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -9°C (1980).

Huangshan weather in March

In March, Huangshan averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 196 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The March record high is 34°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2010).

Huangshan weather in April

In April, Huangshan averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 207 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Huangshan weather in May

In May, Huangshan averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 219 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2020) and the record low is 10°C (1991).

Huangshan weather in June

In June, Huangshan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 373 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2009) and the record low is 14°C (1987).

Huangshan weather in July

In July, Huangshan averages a high of 34°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2003) and the record low is 18°C (2015).

Huangshan weather in August

In August, Huangshan averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 131 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 42°C (2024) and the record low is 18°C (1974).

Huangshan weather in September

In September, Huangshan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 12°C (2012).

Huangshan weather in October

In October, Huangshan averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 2°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Huangshan weather in November

In November, Huangshan averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The November record high is 32°C (2013) and the record low is -2°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Huangshan weather in December

In December, Huangshan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2019) and the record low is -7°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Huangshan

December is the sunniest month in Huangshan, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Huangshan is cloudier than 83% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 81% and is lowest in December at 66%.

Huangshan has about 65 days a year above 32°C. Huangshan is hotter than 85% of China.

First and last freeze in Huangshan

The first fall freeze in Huangshan typically comes around December 12, and the last spring freeze around February 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 297 days.

Huangshan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Huangshan station is 42°C, on August 4, 2024. The coldest is -11°C, on January 16, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 206 mm of rain, on June 19, 2011.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Huangshan

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January93 mm1372%42%26°-11°
February114 mm1377%29%29°-9°
March196 mm1873%29%34°-3°
April207 mm1670%28%36°
May219 mm1674%23%37°10°
June373 mm1781%14%38°14°
July172 mm1178%19%41°18°
August131 mm1273%38%42°18°
September78 mm973%41%39°12°
October56 mm773%42%39°
November87 mm1172%49%32°-2°
December75 mm1066%51%27°-7°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Huangshan climate questions

How much rain does Huangshan get?

Huangshan gets 1801 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 152 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Huangshan?

June is the wettest month in Huangshan, with 373 mm. October is the driest, with 56 mm.

How many rainy days does Huangshan have a year?

Huangshan has about 152 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Huangshan?

July is the warmest month in Huangshan, with an average high of 34°C.

What is the coldest month in Huangshan?

January is the coldest month in Huangshan, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Huangshan?

The record high at the Huangshan station is 42°C, set on August 4, 2024. The record low is -11°C, on January 16, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Huangshan?

December is the sunniest month in Huangshan, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Huangshan?

The first fall freeze in Huangshan typically comes around December 12. The last spring freeze is around February 18.

What is the best time to visit Huangshan?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station QU XIAN (99 km away).

GraySky app icon
GraySky on your iPhone
See the forecast and climate for Huangshan, Anhui.
App Store

Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station QU XIAN.