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Jiaozhou, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Jiaozhou, Shandong?
Jiaozhou, Shandong gets 782 mm of precipitation a year over about 86 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Jiaozhou, Shandong has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 29°C in August. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 8° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 13° | 19° |
How much rain does Jiaozhou get?
Jiaozhou gets 782 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 86 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 184 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 60 days, to March 11, 2022.
Jiaozhou weather by month
Jiaozhou weather in January
In January, Jiaozhou averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 13°C (2002) and the record low is -16°C (2021).
Jiaozhou weather in February
In February, Jiaozhou averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 19°C (1996) and the record low is -12°C (1977).
Jiaozhou weather in March
In March, Jiaozhou averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1974).
Jiaozhou weather in April
In April, Jiaozhou averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 25°C (2025) and the record low is -1°C (1991).
Jiaozhou weather in May
In May, Jiaozhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (1992) and the record low is 6°C (1987). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jiaozhou weather in June
In June, Jiaozhou averages a high of 24°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 34°C (1994) and the record low is 12°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jiaozhou weather in July
In July, Jiaozhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 177 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 13°C (1976).
Jiaozhou weather in August
In August, Jiaozhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 184 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (2009) and the record low is 15°C (2009).
Jiaozhou weather in September
In September, Jiaozhou averages a high of 26°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2002) and the record low is 10°C (1981). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jiaozhou weather in October
In October, Jiaozhou averages a high of 20°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1983) and the record low is 2°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jiaozhou weather in November
In November, Jiaozhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1971).
Jiaozhou weather in December
In December, Jiaozhou averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -11°C (1985).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Jiaozhou
December is the sunniest month in Jiaozhou, with estimated sunshine of 65% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 34%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 50% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Jiaozhou is sunnier than 61% of China.
Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in March at 50%.
Jiaozhou has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Jiaozhou is cooler than 95% of China.
First and last freeze in Jiaozhou
The first fall freeze in Jiaozhou typically comes around November 26, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 254 days.
Jiaozhou weather records
These records cover QINGDAO during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Jiaozhou station is 39°C, on July 15, 2002. The coldest is -16°C, on January 8, 2021.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 223 mm of precipitation, on September 4, 1970.
33 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 Jiaozhou
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 13°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3° | 3° | 13 mm | 4 | 61% | 56% | 13° | -16° |
| February | -1° | 6° | 19 mm | 5 | 57% | 51% | 19° | -12° |
| March | 3° | 10° | 21 mm | 5 | 50% | 52% | 24° | -6° |
| April | 8° | 16° | 39 mm | 7 | 50% | 49% | 25° | -1° |
| May | 14° | 21° | 68 mm | 8 | 56% | 47% | 34° | 6° |
| June | 18° | 24° | 85 mm | 9 | 68% | 42% | 34° | 12° |
| July | 22° | 28° | 177 mm | 12 | 82% | 34% | 39° | 13° |
| August | 23° | 28° | 184 mm | 12 | 81% | 41% | 36° | 15° |
| September | 19° | 26° | 76 mm | 8 | 75% | 53% | 37° | 10° |
| October | 13° | 20° | 38 mm | 6 | 65% | 52% | 28° | 2° |
| November | 6° | 13° | 44 mm | 6 | 64% | 56% | 24° | -7° |
| December | 0° | 6° | 17 mm | 4 | 56% | 65% | 16° | -11° |
Station: QINGDAO, 38 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; 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.
Jiaozhou climate questions
How much rain does Jiaozhou get?
Jiaozhou gets 782 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 86 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Jiaozhou?
August is the wettest month in Jiaozhou, with 184 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm.
How many rainy days does Jiaozhou have a year?
Jiaozhou has about 86 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Jiaozhou?
August is the warmest month in Jiaozhou, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Jiaozhou?
January is the coldest month in Jiaozhou, with an average low of -3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Jiaozhou?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Jiaozhou station is 39°C, set on July 15, 2002. The record low is -16°C, on January 8, 2021.
What is the sunniest month in Jiaozhou?
December is the sunniest month in Jiaozhou, with estimated sunshine of 65% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Jiaozhou?
The first fall freeze in Jiaozhou typically comes around November 26. The last spring freeze is around March 17.
What is the best time to visit Jiaozhou?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.