Kanggye, Chagang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kanggye get?

Kanggye gets 833 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 125 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 69% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 200 mm. January is the driest, with 10 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to February 12, 2022.

Kanggye weather by month

Kanggye weather in January

In January, Kanggye averages a high of -8°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (1979) and the record low is -34°C (1970).

Kanggye weather in February

In February, Kanggye averages a high of -2°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The February record high is 13°C (1998) and the record low is -32°C (1972).

Kanggye weather in March

In March, Kanggye averages a high of 6°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 22°C (2014) and the record low is -27°C (1970).

Kanggye weather in April

In April, Kanggye averages a high of 15°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (1998) and the record low is -11°C (1972).

Kanggye weather in May

In May, Kanggye averages a high of 22°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2001) and the record low is -4°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kanggye weather in June

In June, Kanggye averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (2017). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kanggye weather in July

In July, Kanggye averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 200 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1997) and the record low is 8°C (1987).

Kanggye weather in August

In August, Kanggye averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2018) and the record low is 4°C (2017).

Kanggye weather in September

In September, Kanggye averages a high of 23°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (1977) and the record low is -3°C (2014). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kanggye weather in October

In October, Kanggye averages a high of 15°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1998) and the record low is -12°C (1976).

Kanggye weather in November

In November, Kanggye averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2024) and the record low is -24°C (1987).

Kanggye weather in December

In December, Kanggye averages a high of -6°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The December record high is 13°C (1978) and the record low is -32°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kanggye

December is the sunniest month in Kanggye, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 30%. Over the year the sun shines about 47% of daylight hours. Kanggye is sunnier than 53% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 82% and is lowest in April at 51%.

Kanggye has about 7 days a year above 32°C. Kanggye is cooler than 79% of China.

First and last freeze in Kanggye

The first fall freeze in Kanggye typically comes around October 5, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 160 days.

Kanggye weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kanggye station is 38°C, on July 26, 1997. The coldest is -34°C, on January 5, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 156 mm of rain, on July 31, 2010.

40 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 Kanggye

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -18°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 16°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 1°C.

Kanggye climate questions

How much rain does Kanggye get?

Kanggye gets 833 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 125 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kanggye?

July is the wettest month in Kanggye, with 200 mm. January is the driest, with 10 mm.

How many rainy days does Kanggye have a year?

Kanggye has about 125 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Kanggye?

July is the warmest month in Kanggye, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Kanggye?

January is the coldest month in Kanggye, with an average low of -21°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kanggye?

The record high at the Kanggye station is 38°C, set on July 26, 1997. The record low is -34°C, on January 5, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Kanggye?

December is the sunniest month in Kanggye, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Kanggye?

The first fall freeze in Kanggye typically comes around October 5. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Kanggye?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.