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Nancun, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Nancun, Shandong?
Nancun, Shandong gets 782 mm of precipitation a year over about 86 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Nancun, Shandong has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 29°C in August. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 5° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 8° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 13° | 19° |
How much rain does Nancun get?
Nancun gets 782 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 86 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 184 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 60 days, to March 11, 2022.
Nancun weather by month
Nancun weather in January
In January, Nancun averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 13°C (2002) and the record low is -16°C (2021).
Nancun weather in February
In February, Nancun averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 19°C (1996) and the record low is -12°C (1977).
Nancun weather in March
In March, Nancun averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1974).
Nancun weather in April
In April, Nancun averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 25°C (2025) and the record low is -1°C (1991).
Nancun weather in May
In May, Nancun averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (1992) and the record low is 6°C (1987). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nancun weather in June
In June, Nancun averages a high of 24°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 34°C (1994) and the record low is 12°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nancun weather in July
In July, Nancun averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 177 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 13°C (1976).
Nancun weather in August
In August, Nancun averages a high of 28°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 184 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (2009) and the record low is 15°C (2009).
Nancun weather in September
In September, Nancun averages a high of 26°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (2002) and the record low is 10°C (1981). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nancun weather in October
In October, Nancun averages a high of 20°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1983) and the record low is 2°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Nancun weather in November
In November, Nancun averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1971).
Nancun weather in December
In December, Nancun averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -11°C (1985).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Nancun
December is the sunniest month in Nancun, with estimated sunshine of 64% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 34%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 50% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Nancun is sunnier than 62% of China.
Humidity peaks in July at 81% and is lowest in April at 49%.
Nancun has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Nancun is cooler than 95% of China.
First and last freeze in Nancun
The first fall freeze in Nancun typically comes around November 26, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 254 days.
Nancun weather records
These records cover QINGDAO during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Nancun station is 39°C, on July 15, 2002. The coldest is -16°C, on January 8, 2021.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 223 mm of precipitation, on September 4, 1970.
33 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 Nancun
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June 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 -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 13°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3° | 3° | 13 mm | 4 | 61% | 56% | 13° | -16° |
| February | -1° | 6° | 19 mm | 5 | 56% | 52% | 19° | -12° |
| March | 3° | 10° | 21 mm | 5 | 50% | 53% | 24° | -6° |
| April | 8° | 16° | 39 mm | 7 | 49% | 50% | 25° | -1° |
| May | 14° | 21° | 68 mm | 8 | 56% | 48% | 34° | 6° |
| June | 18° | 24° | 85 mm | 9 | 68% | 43% | 34° | 12° |
| July | 22° | 28° | 177 mm | 12 | 81% | 34% | 39° | 13° |
| August | 23° | 28° | 184 mm | 12 | 80% | 42% | 36° | 15° |
| September | 19° | 26° | 76 mm | 8 | 74% | 54% | 37° | 10° |
| October | 13° | 20° | 38 mm | 6 | 64% | 53% | 28° | 2° |
| November | 6° | 13° | 44 mm | 6 | 64% | 56% | 24° | -7° |
| December | 0° | 6° | 17 mm | 4 | 57% | 64% | 16° | -11° |
Station: QINGDAO, 55 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.
Nancun climate questions
How much rain does Nancun get?
Nancun gets 782 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 86 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Nancun?
August is the wettest month in Nancun, with 184 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm.
How many rainy days does Nancun have a year?
Nancun has about 86 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Nancun?
August is the warmest month in Nancun, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Nancun?
January is the coldest month in Nancun, with an average low of -3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Nancun?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Nancun station is 39°C, set on July 15, 2002. The record low is -16°C, on January 8, 2021.
What is the sunniest month in Nancun?
December is the sunniest month in Nancun, with estimated sunshine of 64% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Nancun?
The first fall freeze in Nancun typically comes around November 26. The last spring freeze is around March 17.
What is the best time to visit Nancun?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.