Lijiang, Yunnan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Lijiang get?

Lijiang gets 975 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 124 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 69% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 255 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 23.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 88 days, to January 20, 2022.

Lijiang weather by month

Lijiang weather in January

In January, Lijiang averages a high of 14°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The January record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1976).

Lijiang weather in February

In February, Lijiang averages a high of 16°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2013) and the record low is -6°C (1976).

Lijiang weather in March

In March, Lijiang averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2022) and the record low is -4°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in April

In April, Lijiang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (1999) and the record low is -1°C (1978). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in May

In May, Lijiang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is 3°C (2007). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in June

In June, Lijiang averages a high of 24°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 149 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The June record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is 6°C (1984). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in July

In July, Lijiang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 255 mm of precipitation over about 23 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The July record high is 32°C (1983) and the record low is 7°C (1976).

Lijiang weather in August

In August, Lijiang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 230 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The August record high is 30°C (2021) and the record low is 7°C (1987). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in September

In September, Lijiang averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (2006) and the record low is 3°C (2007). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in October

In October, Lijiang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The October record high is 26°C (1974) and the record low is 1°C (1971). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in November

In November, Lijiang averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2020) and the record low is -4°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lijiang weather in December

In December, Lijiang averages a high of 15°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (1998) and the record low is -11°C (1983).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lijiang

December is the sunniest month in Lijiang, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 10%. Over the year the sun shines about 45% of daylight hours. Lijiang is cloudier than 51% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 84% and is lowest in March at 44%.

First and last freeze in Lijiang

The first fall freeze in Lijiang typically comes around November 23, and the last spring freeze around March 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 266 days.

Lijiang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Lijiang station is 32°C, on June 18, 1977. The coldest is -11°C, on December 30, 1983.

The wettest day on record brought 116 mm of rain, on June 21, 2021.

43 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 Lijiang

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and August to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 8°C.

Lijiang climate questions

How much rain does Lijiang get?

Lijiang gets 975 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 124 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Lijiang?

July is the wettest month in Lijiang, with 255 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Lijiang have a year?

Lijiang has about 124 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 23.

What is the hottest month in Lijiang?

June is the warmest month in Lijiang, with an average high of 24°C.

What is the coldest month in Lijiang?

January is the coldest month in Lijiang, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Lijiang?

The record high at the Lijiang station is 32°C, set on June 18, 1977. The record low is -11°C, on December 30, 1983.

What is the sunniest month in Lijiang?

December is the sunniest month in Lijiang, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Lijiang?

The first fall freeze in Lijiang typically comes around November 23. The last spring freeze is around March 2.

What is the best time to visit Lijiang?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and August to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.