Jishou, Hunan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Jishou get?

Jishou gets 1308 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 149 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 89% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 239 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to September 9, 2022.

Jishou weather by month

Jishou weather in January

In January, Jishou averages a high of 9°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The January record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1977).

Jishou weather in February

In February, Jishou averages a high of 12°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The February record high is 30°C (2010) and the record low is -5°C (2018).

Jishou weather in March

In March, Jishou averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The March record high is 35°C (1988) and the record low is -2°C (1986).

Jishou weather in April

In April, Jishou averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 132 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is 2°C (1996). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jishou weather in May

In May, Jishou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 199 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 8°C (1981). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jishou weather in June

In June, Jishou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 239 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is 13°C (1987).

Jishou weather in July

In July, Jishou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 183 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 17°C (2015).

Jishou weather in August

In August, Jishou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 16°C (1974).

Jishou weather in September

In September, Jishou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 11°C (1971).

Jishou weather in October

In October, Jishou averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The October record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 3°C (1991). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jishou weather in November

In November, Jishou averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The November record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is -2°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Jishou weather in December

In December, Jishou averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Jishou

December is the sunniest month in Jishou, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 14%. Over the year the sun shines about 29% of daylight hours. Jishou is cloudier than 92% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 82% and is lowest in December at 69%.

Jishou has about 54 days a year above 32°C. Jishou is hotter than 80% of China.

First and last freeze in Jishou

The first fall freeze in Jishou typically comes around December 15, and the last spring freeze around February 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 305 days.

Jishou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Jishou station is 39°C, on July 25, 2024. The coldest is -12°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 180 mm of rain, on May 15, 1971.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Jishou

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.

Jishou climate questions

How much rain does Jishou get?

Jishou gets 1308 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 149 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Jishou?

June is the wettest month in Jishou, with 239 mm. December is the driest, with 36 mm.

How many rainy days does Jishou have a year?

Jishou has about 149 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Jishou?

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

What is the coldest month in Jishou?

January is the coldest month in Jishou, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Jishou?

The record high at the Jishou station is 39°C, set on July 25, 2024. The record low is -12°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Jishou?

December is the sunniest month in Jishou, with sunshine about 40% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Jishou?

The first fall freeze in Jishou typically comes around December 15. The last spring freeze is around February 13.

What is the best time to visit Jishou?

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