Lu’an, Anhui Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Lu’an, Anhui gets 1436 mm of precipitation a year over about 135 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).

Lu’an climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Lu’an, Anhui has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 33°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Lu’an get?

Lu’an gets 1436 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 135 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 76% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 225 mm. December is the driest, with 43 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 27 days, to January 12, 2023.

Lu’an weather by month

Lu’an weather in January

In January, Lu’an averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The January record high is 27°C (2014) and the record low is -17°C (1977).

Lu’an weather in February

In February, Lu’an averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (1998) and the record low is -13°C (1972).

Lu’an weather in March

In March, Lu’an averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The March record high is 36°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (2010).

Lu’an weather in April

In April, Lu’an averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The April record high is 37°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lu’an weather in May

In May, Lu’an averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 135 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The May record high is 40°C (2020) and the record low is 2°C (2021).

Lu’an weather in June

In June, Lu’an averages a high of 30°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 202 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2006) and the record low is 11°C (1987).

Lu’an weather in July

In July, Lu’an averages a high of 33°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 225 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (1988) and the record low is 17°C (2009).

Lu’an weather in August

In August, Lu’an averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 224 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 14°C (2016).

Lu’an weather in September

In September, Lu’an averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 8°C (1972).

Lu’an weather in October

In October, Lu’an averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 41°C (2022) and the record low is -1°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lu’an weather in November

In November, Lu’an averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1993). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Lu’an weather in December

In December, Lu’an averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lu’an

December is the sunniest month in Lu’an, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 39% of daylight hours. Lu’an is cloudier than 65% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in December at 61%.

Lu’an has about 50 days a year above 32°C. Lu’an is hotter than 73% of China.

First and last freeze in Lu’an

The first fall freeze in Lu’an typically comes around November 21, and the last spring freeze around March 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 257 days.

Lu’an weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Lu’an station is 42°C, on August 14, 2022. The coldest is -17°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 315 mm of rain, on September 3, 2005.

45 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 Lu’an

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January67 mm1069%44%27°-17°
February71 mm1070%36%29°-13°
March103 mm1264%37%36°-6°
April107 mm1165%32%37°
May135 mm1366%33%40°
June202 mm1372%30%39°11°
July225 mm1480%22%41°17°
August224 mm1575%39%42°14°
September117 mm1172%42%39°
October74 mm1072%44%41°-1°
November68 mm968%55%31°-6°
December43 mm861%59%26°-13°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Lu’an climate questions

How much rain does Lu’an get?

Lu’an gets 1436 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 135 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Lu’an?

July is the wettest month in Lu’an, with 225 mm. December is the driest, with 43 mm.

How many rainy days does Lu’an have a year?

Lu’an has about 135 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Lu’an?

July is the warmest month in Lu’an, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Lu’an?

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

What is the record high temperature in Lu’an?

The record high at the Lu’an station is 42°C, set on August 14, 2022. The record low is -17°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Lu’an?

December is the sunniest month in Lu’an, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Lu’an?

The first fall freeze in Lu’an typically comes around November 21. The last spring freeze is around March 9.

What is the best time to visit Lu’an?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station HUOSHAN (41 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station HUOSHAN.