Jinan, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Jinan, Shandong gets 752 mm of precipitation a year over about 73 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -4°C).

Jinan climate at a glance

Subtropical monsoon climate

Jinan, Shandong has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 32°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Jinan get?

Jinan gets 752 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 73 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 69% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 203 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to April 7, 2025.

Jinan weather by month

Jinan weather in January

In January, Jinan averages a high of 4°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (2002) and the record low is -18°C (2021).

Jinan weather in February

In February, Jinan averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (1996) and the record low is -15°C (1972).

Jinan weather in March

In March, Jinan averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The March record high is 30°C (2009) and the record low is -11°C (1971).

Jinan weather in April

In April, Jinan averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is -1°C (1980). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jinan weather in May

In May, Jinan averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (2021).

Jinan weather in June

In June, Jinan averages a high of 32°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 11°C (1987).

Jinan weather in July

In July, Jinan averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 197 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2002) and the record low is 14°C (1976).

Jinan weather in August

In August, Jinan averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 203 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 13°C (2009).

Jinan weather in September

In September, Jinan averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2002) and the record low is 7°C (1970).

Jinan weather in October

In October, Jinan averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is 0°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jinan weather in November

In November, Jinan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The November record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -10°C (2015).

Jinan weather in December

In December, Jinan averages a high of 6°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -14°C (1985).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Jinan

December is the sunniest month in Jinan, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 40%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Jinan is sunnier than 69% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 77% and is lowest in March at 44%.

Jinan has about 44 days a year above 32°C. Jinan is hotter than 64% of China.

First and last freeze in Jinan

The first fall freeze in Jinan typically comes around November 17, and the last spring freeze around March 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 243 days.

Jinan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Jinan station is 42°C, on July 15, 2002. The coldest is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 198 mm of rain, on August 11, 2019.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Jinan

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 22°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January9.4 mm256%61%20°-18°
February12 mm450%54%26°-15°
March13 mm444%55%30°-11°
April34 mm549%51%36°-1°
May68 mm651%53%39°
June90 mm852%48%41°11°
July197 mm1274%40%42°14°
August203 mm1277%47%38°13°
September59 mm668%55%38°
October32 mm560%54%34°
November28 mm559%60%30°-10°
December7.9 mm352%72%23°-14°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Jinan climate questions

How much rain does Jinan get?

Jinan gets 752 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 73 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Jinan?

August is the wettest month in Jinan, with 203 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm.

How many rainy days does Jinan have a year?

Jinan has about 73 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Jinan?

July is the warmest month in Jinan, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Jinan?

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

What is the record high temperature in Jinan?

The record high at the Jinan station is 42°C, set on July 15, 2002. The record low is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Jinan?

December is the sunniest month in Jinan, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Jinan?

The first fall freeze in Jinan typically comes around November 17. The last spring freeze is around March 19.

What is the best time to visit Jinan?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station JINAN (9 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station JINAN.