Laizhou, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Laizhou, Shandong gets 611 mm of precipitation a year over about 70 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).

Laizhou climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Laizhou, Shandong has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 31°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Laizhou get?

Laizhou gets 611 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 70 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 72% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 161 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to January 25, 2025.

Laizhou weather by month

Laizhou weather in January

In January, Laizhou averages a high of 3°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (2002) and the record low is -18°C (2021).

Laizhou weather in February

In February, Laizhou averages a high of 7°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1979).

Laizhou weather in March

In March, Laizhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2009) and the record low is -12°C (1971).

Laizhou weather in April

In April, Laizhou averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (1994) and the record low is -7°C (1993). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Laizhou weather in May

In May, Laizhou averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 41°C (1982) and the record low is 1°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Laizhou weather in June

In June, Laizhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2009) and the record low is 6°C (1992).

Laizhou weather in July

In July, Laizhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 139 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 13°C (1976).

Laizhou weather in August

In August, Laizhou averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 161 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 13°C (1984).

Laizhou weather in September

In September, Laizhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 4°C (1995).

Laizhou weather in October

In October, Laizhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The October record high is 36°C (1998) and the record low is -4°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Laizhou weather in November

In November, Laizhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1987).

Laizhou weather in December

In December, Laizhou averages a high of 6°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1985).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Laizhou

December is the sunniest month in Laizhou, with sunshine about 58% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 52% of daylight hours. Laizhou is sunnier than 64% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 78% and is lowest in March at 47%.

Laizhou has about 35 days a year above 32°C. Laizhou is hotter than 56% of China.

First and last freeze in Laizhou

The first fall freeze in Laizhou typically comes around November 12, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.

Laizhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Laizhou station is 42°C, on June 25, 2009. The coldest is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 189 mm of rain, on August 13, 1974.

41 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 Laizhou

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

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

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 9°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January7.4 mm362%54%-17°18°-18°
February13 mm356%53%-17°28°-18°
March14 mm447%57%-15°32°-12°
April29 mm548%53%-12°35°-7°
May50 mm754%51%-9°41°
June78 mm863%48%-6°42°
July139 mm1176%38%-3°41°13°
August161 mm1178%46%-2°38°13°
September54 mm672%57%-4°39°
October28 mm563%54%-7°36°-4°
November27 mm564%52%-11°31°-12°
December10 mm459%58%-14°24°-17°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Laizhou climate questions

How much rain does Laizhou get?

Laizhou gets 611 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 70 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Laizhou?

August is the wettest month in Laizhou, with 161 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm.

How many rainy days does Laizhou have a year?

Laizhou has about 70 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Laizhou?

July is the warmest month in Laizhou, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Laizhou?

January is the coldest month in Laizhou, with an average low of -7°C.

What is the record high temperature in Laizhou?

The record high at the Laizhou station is 42°C, set on June 25, 2009. The record low is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Laizhou?

December is the sunniest month in Laizhou, with sunshine about 58% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Laizhou?

The first fall freeze in Laizhou typically comes around November 12. The last spring freeze is around April 2.

What is the best time to visit Laizhou?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station WEIFANG (82 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station WEIFANG.