Panzhihua, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Panzhihua get?

Panzhihua gets 1156 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 115 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 63% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 279 mm. December is the driest, with 5 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 70 days, to March 11, 2023.

Panzhihua weather by month

Panzhihua weather in January

In January, Panzhihua averages a high of 16°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. The January record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1974).

Panzhihua weather in February

In February, Panzhihua averages a high of 19°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 76% of daylight hours. The February record high is 27°C (2013) and the record low is -4°C (1989). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in March

In March, Panzhihua averages a high of 22°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 75% of daylight hours. The March record high is 30°C (2020) and the record low is -3°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in April

In April, Panzhihua averages a high of 25°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2014) and the record low is 1°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in May

In May, Panzhihua averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 5°C (1989). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in June

In June, Panzhihua averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 207 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 14% of daylight hours. The June record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 9°C (1977). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in July

In July, Panzhihua averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 279 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The July record high is 33°C (2009) and the record low is 11°C (2015).

Panzhihua weather in August

In August, Panzhihua averages a high of 26°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 217 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The August record high is 33°C (2016) and the record low is 9°C (2002). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in September

In September, Panzhihua averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 194 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (2014) and the record low is 7°C (2007). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in October

In October, Panzhihua averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2021) and the record low is 3°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in November

In November, Panzhihua averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The November record high is 26°C (2024) and the record low is -2°C (1992). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Panzhihua weather in December

In December, Panzhihua averages a high of 16°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -6°C (1982).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Panzhihua

January is the sunniest month in Panzhihua, with sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 48% of daylight hours. Panzhihua is sunnier than 54% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 77% and is lowest in March at 28%.

Panzhihua has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Panzhihua is cooler than 84% of China.

First and last freeze in Panzhihua

The first fall freeze in Panzhihua typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around February 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 302 days.

Panzhihua weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Panzhihua station is 35°C, on May 30, 2023. The coldest is -6°C, on January 1, 1974.

The wettest day on record brought 172 mm of rain, on June 29, 1974.

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 Panzhihua

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to November, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 11°C.

Panzhihua climate questions

How much rain does Panzhihua get?

Panzhihua gets 1156 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 115 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Panzhihua?

July is the wettest month in Panzhihua, with 279 mm. December is the driest, with 5 mm.

How many rainy days does Panzhihua have a year?

Panzhihua has about 115 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 21.

What is the hottest month in Panzhihua?

May is the warmest month in Panzhihua, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Panzhihua?

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

What is the record high temperature in Panzhihua?

The record high at the Panzhihua station is 35°C, set on May 30, 2023. The record low is -6°C, on January 1, 1974.

What is the sunniest month in Panzhihua?

January is the sunniest month in Panzhihua, with sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Panzhihua?

The first fall freeze in Panzhihua typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around February 15.

What is the best time to visit Panzhihua?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to June and August to November, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.