Kaifeng, Henan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Kaifeng, Henan gets 666 mm of precipitation a year over about 75 rainy days. June is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).

Kaifeng climate at a glance

Subtropical monsoon climate

Kaifeng, Henan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 32°C in June. 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 Kaifeng get?

Kaifeng gets 666 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 75 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 67% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 140 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to January 22, 2025.

Kaifeng weather by month

Kaifeng weather in January

In January, Kaifeng averages a high of 6°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (1979) and the record low is -16°C (1990).

Kaifeng weather in February

In February, Kaifeng averages a high of 10°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1990).

Kaifeng weather in March

In March, Kaifeng averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2013) and the record low is -8°C (1992).

Kaifeng weather in April

In April, Kaifeng averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The April record high is 39°C (2006) and the record low is -3°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kaifeng weather in May

In May, Kaifeng averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 3°C (1972).

Kaifeng weather in June

In June, Kaifeng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2011) and the record low is 11°C (1980).

Kaifeng weather in July

In July, Kaifeng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2002) and the record low is 15°C (1976).

Kaifeng weather in August

In August, Kaifeng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The August record high is 40°C (1986) and the record low is 12°C (2003).

Kaifeng weather in September

In September, Kaifeng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 5°C (1972).

Kaifeng weather in October

In October, Kaifeng averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1987) and the record low is -2°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kaifeng weather in November

In November, Kaifeng averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (1993).

Kaifeng weather in December

In December, Kaifeng averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1971).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kaifeng

December is the sunniest month in Kaifeng, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 48% of daylight hours. Kaifeng is sunnier than 56% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 76% and is lowest in March at 47%.

Kaifeng has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Kaifeng is hotter than 71% of China.

First and last freeze in Kaifeng

The first fall freeze in Kaifeng typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 246 days.

Kaifeng weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kaifeng station is 42°C, on June 8, 2011. The coldest is -18°C, on December 27, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 189 mm of rain, on July 2, 1978.

36 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 Kaifeng

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 8°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 22°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January14 mm356%55%21°-16°
February15 mm453%48%28°-18°
March20 mm547%44%33°-8°
April41 mm650%44%39°-3°
May60 mm648%46%41°
June68 mm751%45%42°11°
July140 mm1176%38%42°15°
August140 mm1076%45%40°12°
September82 mm866%49%38°
October42 mm663%46%34°-2°
November36 mm556%54%31°-13°
December8.1 mm349%64%27°-18°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Kaifeng climate questions

How much rain does Kaifeng get?

Kaifeng gets 666 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 75 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kaifeng?

August is the wettest month in Kaifeng, with 140 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm.

How many rainy days does Kaifeng have a year?

Kaifeng has about 75 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Kaifeng?

June is the warmest month in Kaifeng, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Kaifeng?

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

What is the record high temperature in Kaifeng?

The record high at the Kaifeng station is 42°C, set on June 8, 2011. The record low is -18°C, on December 27, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Kaifeng?

December is the sunniest month in Kaifeng, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kaifeng?

The first fall freeze in Kaifeng typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around March 17.

What is the best time to visit Kaifeng?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ZHENGZHOU (61 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ZHENGZHOU.