Pingliang, Gansu Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Pingliang get?

Pingliang gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 90 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 55% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 110 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to January 12, 2023.

Pingliang weather by month

Pingliang weather in January

In January, Pingliang averages a high of 3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (2014) and the record low is -22°C (1977).

Pingliang weather in February

In February, Pingliang averages a high of 6°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (1996) and the record low is -19°C (1972).

Pingliang weather in March

In March, Pingliang averages a high of 12°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2004) and the record low is -13°C (1986).

Pingliang weather in April

In April, Pingliang averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2006) and the record low is -7°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingliang weather in May

In May, Pingliang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (1981) and the record low is -2°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingliang weather in June

In June, Pingliang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is 4°C (1970). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingliang weather in July

In July, Pingliang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 110 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (1997) and the record low is 9°C (1973).

Pingliang weather in August

In August, Pingliang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2021) and the record low is 8°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingliang weather in September

In September, Pingliang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (1997) and the record low is -1°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingliang weather in October

In October, Pingliang averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1987) and the record low is -8°C (1986).

Pingliang weather in November

In November, Pingliang averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (1987) and the record low is -16°C (1987).

Pingliang weather in December

In December, Pingliang averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (1989) and the record low is -24°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Pingliang

December is the sunniest month in Pingliang, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest, at 34%. Over the year the sun shines about 43% of daylight hours. Pingliang is cloudier than 58% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 77% and is lowest in January at 50%.

Pingliang has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Pingliang is cooler than 82% of China.

First and last freeze in Pingliang

The first fall freeze in Pingliang typically comes around October 24, and the last spring freeze around April 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 195 days.

Pingliang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Pingliang station is 36°C, on July 21, 1997. The coldest is -24°C, on December 13, 1975.

The wettest day on record brought 167 mm of rain, on July 27, 1996.

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 Pingliang

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -7°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 15°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C.

Pingliang climate questions

How much rain does Pingliang get?

Pingliang gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 90 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Pingliang?

July is the wettest month in Pingliang, with 110 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Pingliang have a year?

Pingliang has about 90 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Pingliang?

July is the warmest month in Pingliang, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Pingliang?

January is the coldest month in Pingliang, with an average low of -9°C.

What is the record high temperature in Pingliang?

The record high at the Pingliang station is 36°C, set on July 21, 1997. The record low is -24°C, on December 13, 1975.

What is the sunniest month in Pingliang?

December is the sunniest month in Pingliang, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. September is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Pingliang?

The first fall freeze in Pingliang typically comes around October 24. The last spring freeze is around April 12.

What is the best time to visit Pingliang?

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