Jiaozhou, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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).

Jiaozhou climate at a glance

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.

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. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 65% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 34%. Over the year the sun shines about 50% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 223 mm of rain, 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

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January13 mm461%56%-14°13°-16°
February19 mm557%51%-15°19°-12°
March21 mm550%52%-14°24°-6°
April39 mm750%49%-12°25°-1°
May68 mm856%47%-9°34°
June85 mm968%42%-7°34°12°
July177 mm1282%34%-4°39°13°
August184 mm1281%41%-3°36°15°
September76 mm875%53%-4°37°10°
October38 mm665%52%-6°28°
November44 mm664%56%-9°24°-7°
December17 mm456%65%-12°16°-11°

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?

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 sunshine about 65% of daylight hours. 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.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station QINGDAO (38 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station QINGDAO.