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Jinzhou, Liaoning Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Jinzhou, Liaoning?
Jinzhou, Liaoning gets 577 mm of precipitation a year over about 62 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low -12°C).
Humid continental climate
Jinzhou, Liaoning has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -2°C in January to 29°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -9° | 1° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 17° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 20° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 17° |
How much rain does Jinzhou get?
Jinzhou gets 577 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 62 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 82% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 150 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 62 days, to January 9, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Jinzhou got 36 mm of rain, against a normal of 577 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 21 mm.
Jinzhou weather by month
Jinzhou weather in January
In January, Jinzhou averages a high of -2°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 12°C (1979) and the record low is -25°C (2001).
Jinzhou weather in February
In February, Jinzhou averages a high of 3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 18°C (1992) and the record low is -21°C (2001).
Jinzhou weather in March
In March, Jinzhou averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2025) and the record low is -19°C (1971).
Jinzhou weather in April
In April, Jinzhou averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 36°C (2015) and the record low is -8°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jinzhou weather in May
In May, Jinzhou averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (1992) and the record low is 2°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jinzhou weather in June
In June, Jinzhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 42°C (1972) and the record low is 9°C (1987).
Jinzhou weather in July
In July, Jinzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 148 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2000) and the record low is 13°C (1976).
Jinzhou weather in August
In August, Jinzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 150 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2009) and the record low is 8°C (1972).
Jinzhou weather in September
In September, Jinzhou averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 35°C (1992) and the record low is 2°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jinzhou weather in October
In October, Jinzhou averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (2006) and the record low is -6°C (1975). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jinzhou weather in November
In November, Jinzhou averages a high of 8°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1981).
Jinzhou weather in December
In December, Jinzhou averages a high of 1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 81% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 14°C (2008) and the record low is -22°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Jinzhou
December is the sunniest month in Jinzhou, with estimated sunshine of 81% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 39%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 60% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Jinzhou is sunnier than 89% of China.
Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in December at 50%.
Jinzhou has about 10 days a year above 32°C. Jinzhou is cooler than 72% of China.
First and last freeze in Jinzhou
The first fall freeze in Jinzhou typically comes around October 24, and the last spring freeze around April 3. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 204 days.
Jinzhou weather records
These records cover JINZHOU during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Jinzhou station is 42°C, on June 10, 1972. The coldest is -25°C, on January 11, 2001.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 175 mm of precipitation, on August 10, 1998.
38 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 Jinzhou
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 0°C and lows near -10°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 20°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12° | -2° | 2.5 mm | 1 | 54% | 75% | 12° | -25° |
| February | -8° | 3° | 4.1 mm | 1 | 53% | 66% | 18° | -21° |
| March | -2° | 9° | 7.6 mm | 2 | 56% | 62% | 28° | -19° |
| April | 6° | 17° | 25 mm | 5 | 53% | 58% | 36° | -8° |
| May | 13° | 24° | 54 mm | 7 | 61% | 50% | 37° | 2° |
| June | 18° | 27° | 97 mm | 11 | 72% | 49% | 42° | 9° |
| July | 22° | 29° | 148 mm | 11 | 80% | 39% | 42° | 13° |
| August | 21° | 29° | 150 mm | 9 | 76% | 50% | 37° | 8° |
| September | 14° | 26° | 42 mm | 6 | 70% | 56% | 35° | 2° |
| October | 7° | 18° | 29 mm | 5 | 59% | 66% | 29° | -6° |
| November | -2° | 8° | 14 mm | 3 | 58% | 68% | 23° | -17° |
| December | -9° | 1° | 3.0 mm | 1 | 50% | 81% | 14° | -22° |
Station: JINZHOU, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Jinzhou climate questions
How much rain does Jinzhou get?
Jinzhou gets 577 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 62 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Jinzhou?
August is the wettest month in Jinzhou, with 150 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm.
How many rainy days does Jinzhou have a year?
Jinzhou has about 62 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Jinzhou?
July is the warmest month in Jinzhou, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Jinzhou?
January is the coldest month in Jinzhou, with an average low of -12°C.
What is the record high temperature in Jinzhou?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Jinzhou station is 42°C, set on June 10, 1972. The record low is -25°C, on January 11, 2001.
What is the sunniest month in Jinzhou?
December is the sunniest month in Jinzhou, with estimated sunshine of 81% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Jinzhou?
The first fall freeze in Jinzhou typically comes around October 24. The last spring freeze is around April 3.
What is the best time to visit Jinzhou?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.