Jianshui, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Jianshui get?

Jianshui gets 890 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 106 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 56% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 198 mm. December is the driest, with 9 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to February 23, 2023.

Jianshui weather by month

Jianshui weather in January

In January, Jianshui averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The January record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1974). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in February

In February, Jianshui averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The February record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1985). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in March

In March, Jianshui averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The March record high is 30°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in April

In April, Jianshui averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1996) and the record low is 2°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in May

In May, Jianshui averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1982). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in June

In June, Jianshui averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 137 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 11% of daylight hours. The June record high is 33°C (2014) and the record low is 11°C (1979).

Jianshui weather in July

In July, Jianshui averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 198 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 12% of daylight hours. The July record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 13°C (1989).

Jianshui weather in August

In August, Jianshui averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 187 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The August record high is 32°C (2016) and the record low is 12°C (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in September

In September, Jianshui averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is 8°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in October

In October, Jianshui averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1981) and the record low is 3°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in November

In November, Jianshui averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (1998) and the record low is -3°C (1971). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jianshui weather in December

In December, Jianshui averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (1998) and the record low is -5°C (1982). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Jianshui

March is the sunniest month in Jianshui, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 11%. Over the year the sun shines about 41% of daylight hours. Jianshui is cloudier than 63% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 82% and is lowest in March at 45%.

Jianshui has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Jianshui is cooler than 92% of China.

First and last freeze in Jianshui

The first fall freeze in Jianshui typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around February 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 310 days.

Jianshui weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Jianshui station is 33°C, on May 28, 2005. The coldest is -5°C, on December 28, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 174 mm of rain, on June 17, 2003.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Jianshui

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Jianshui climate questions

How much rain does Jianshui get?

Jianshui gets 890 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 106 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Jianshui?

July is the wettest month in Jianshui, with 198 mm. December is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Jianshui have a year?

Jianshui has about 106 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Jianshui?

May is the warmest month in Jianshui, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Jianshui?

January is the coldest month in Jianshui, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Jianshui?

The record high at the Jianshui station is 33°C, set on May 28, 2005. The record low is -5°C, on December 28, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Jianshui?

March is the sunniest month in Jianshui, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Jianshui?

The first fall freeze in Jianshui typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around February 7.

What is the best time to visit Jianshui?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to May and August to December, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.