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Lüliang, Shanxi Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Lüliang, Shanxi?
Lüliang, Shanxi gets 460 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 -9°C).
Semi-arid climate
Lüliang, Shanxi has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 31°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -7° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 21° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 30° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 5° | 18° |
How much rain does Lüliang get?
Lüliang gets 460 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 70 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 72% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 104 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to January 12, 2023.
Lüliang weather by month
Lüliang weather in January
In January, Lüliang averages a high of 3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (2014) and the record low is -23°C (1971).
Lüliang weather in February
In February, Lüliang averages a high of 8°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 23°C (1996) and the record low is -23°C (1990).
Lüliang weather in March
In March, Lüliang averages a high of 14°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 30°C (2009) and the record low is -12°C (1988).
Lüliang weather in April
In April, Lüliang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is -7°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lüliang weather in May
In May, Lüliang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 39°C (2025) and the record low is -1°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lüliang weather in June
In June, Lüliang averages a high of 30°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 4°C (1993).
Lüliang weather in July
In July, Lüliang averages a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2017) and the record low is 11°C (1989).
Lüliang weather in August
In August, Lüliang averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2021) and the record low is 9°C (2008).
Lüliang weather in September
In September, Lüliang averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2002) and the record low is -1°C (1995). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lüliang weather in October
In October, Lüliang averages a high of 19°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (2016) and the record low is -7°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Lüliang weather in November
In November, Lüliang averages a high of 11°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -19°C (1987).
Lüliang weather in December
In December, Lüliang averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 73% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 21°C (2023) and the record low is -22°C (2002).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Lüliang
December is the sunniest month in Lüliang, with estimated sunshine of 73% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest, at 45%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 55% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Lüliang is sunnier than 69% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 69% and is lowest in March at 39%.
Lüliang has about 30 days a year above 32°C. Lüliang is hotter than 52% of China.
First and last freeze in Lüliang
The first fall freeze in Lüliang typically comes around October 24, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 197 days.
Lüliang weather records
These records cover JIEXIU during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Lüliang station is 41°C, on June 22, 2005. The coldest is -23°C, on January 22, 1971.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 145 mm of precipitation, on June 30, 2020.
44 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 Lüliang
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -7°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 17°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 5°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9° | 3° | 3.6 mm | 2 | 47% | 66% | 17° | -23° |
| February | -6° | 8° | 6.6 mm | 3 | 45% | 55% | 23° | -23° |
| March | 0° | 14° | 11 mm | 4 | 39% | 56% | 30° | -12° |
| April | 6° | 21° | 30 mm | 6 | 42% | 50% | 36° | -7° |
| May | 11° | 26° | 33 mm | 6 | 42% | 52% | 39° | -1° |
| June | 16° | 30° | 50 mm | 8 | 44% | 49% | 41° | 4° |
| July | 19° | 31° | 104 mm | 11 | 65% | 47% | 39° | 11° |
| August | 17° | 29° | 104 mm | 10 | 69% | 45% | 38° | 9° |
| September | 12° | 24° | 64 mm | 9 | 68% | 49% | 37° | -1° |
| October | 5° | 19° | 37 mm | 6 | 59% | 52% | 31° | -7° |
| November | -2° | 11° | 13 mm | 3 | 54% | 60% | 28° | -19° |
| December | -7° | 4° | 3.3 mm | 2 | 44% | 73% | 21° | -22° |
Station: JIEXIU, 87 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Lüliang climate questions
How much rain does Lüliang get?
Lüliang gets 460 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 70 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Lüliang?
July is the wettest month in Lüliang, with 104 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm.
How many rainy days does Lüliang have a year?
Lüliang has about 70 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Lüliang?
July is the warmest month in Lüliang, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Lüliang?
January is the coldest month in Lüliang, with an average low of -9°C.
What is the record high temperature in Lüliang?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Lüliang station is 41°C, set on June 22, 2005. The record low is -23°C, on January 22, 1971.
What is the sunniest month in Lüliang?
December is the sunniest month in Lüliang, with estimated sunshine of 73% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Lüliang?
The first fall freeze in Lüliang typically comes around October 24. The last spring freeze is around April 10.
What is the best time to visit Lüliang?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.