Nianbo, Qinghai Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Nianbo, Qinghai gets 435 mm of precipitation a year over about 97 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 25°C) and January the coldest (average low -14°C).

Nianbo climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Nianbo, Qinghai has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 2°C in January to 25°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Nianbo get?

Nianbo gets 435 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 97 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 51% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 91 mm. February is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 65 days, to April 14, 2022.

Nianbo weather by month

Nianbo weather in January

In January, Nianbo averages a high of 2°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2014) and the record low is -24°C (2012).

Nianbo weather in February

In February, Nianbo averages a high of 6°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2009) and the record low is -21°C (2002).

Nianbo weather in March

In March, Nianbo averages a high of 11°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2003) and the record low is -17°C (2010).

Nianbo weather in April

In April, Nianbo averages a high of 17°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1998) and the record low is -12°C (1970).

Nianbo weather in May

In May, Nianbo averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2024) and the record low is -4°C (2015). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nianbo weather in June

In June, Nianbo averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The June record high is 32°C (2014) and the record low is 1°C (2013). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nianbo weather in July

In July, Nianbo averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 4°C (2008). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nianbo weather in August

In August, Nianbo averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (2015).

Nianbo weather in September

In September, Nianbo averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The September record high is 30°C (1977) and the record low is -1°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nianbo weather in October

In October, Nianbo averages a high of 14°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 25°C (1987) and the record low is -12°C (2002).

Nianbo weather in November

In November, Nianbo averages a high of 8°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (1976) and the record low is -19°C (1972).

Nianbo weather in December

In December, Nianbo averages a high of 3°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The December record high is 13°C (1993) and the record low is -25°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Nianbo

November is the sunniest month in Nianbo, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 32%. Over the year the sun shines about 45% of daylight hours. Nianbo is cloudier than 52% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 66% and is lowest in March at 35%.

Nianbo has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Nianbo is cooler than 96% of China.

First and last freeze in Nianbo

The first fall freeze in Nianbo typically comes around October 15, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 170 days.

Nianbo weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Nianbo station is 37°C, on July 24, 2000. The coldest is -25°C, on December 14, 1975.

The wettest day on record brought 58 mm of rain, on July 11, 1973.

48 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Nianbo

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -13°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 10°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 0°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January2.8 mm339%60%16°-24°
February2.0 mm239%49%21°-21°
March8.6 mm435%44%26°-17°
April20 mm641%37%32°-12°
May55 mm1143%36%31°-4°
June67 mm1448%32%32°
July84 mm1553%45%37°
August91 mm1561%37%34°
September73 mm1466%35%30°-1°
October24 mm762%40%25°-12°
November6.1 mm349%62%19°-19°
December2.0 mm245%61%13°-25°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Nianbo climate questions

How much rain does Nianbo get?

Nianbo gets 435 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 97 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Nianbo?

August is the wettest month in Nianbo, with 91 mm. February is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Nianbo have a year?

Nianbo has about 97 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Nianbo?

July is the warmest month in Nianbo, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Nianbo?

January is the coldest month in Nianbo, with an average low of -14°C.

What is the record high temperature in Nianbo?

The record high at the Nianbo station is 37°C, set on July 24, 2000. The record low is -25°C, on December 14, 1975.

What is the sunniest month in Nianbo?

November is the sunniest month in Nianbo, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Nianbo?

The first fall freeze in Nianbo typically comes around October 15. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Nianbo?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station XINING (60 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station XINING.