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Pingliang, Gansu Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Pingliang, Gansu?
Pingliang, Gansu gets 545 mm of precipitation a year over about 90 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -9°C).
Humid continental climate
Pingliang, Gansu has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -7° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 18° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 15° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 16° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Pingliang got 159 mm of rain, against a normal of 545 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 125 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. September is the cloudiest, at 34%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 43% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover PINGLIANG during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 167 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9° | 3° | 7.6 mm | 4 | 50% | 54% | 21° | -22° |
| February | -5° | 6° | 12 mm | 5 | 54% | 44% | 23° | -19° |
| March | 0° | 12° | 17 mm | 6 | 51% | 42% | 28° | -13° |
| April | 6° | 18° | 29 mm | 7 | 51% | 38% | 33° | -7° |
| May | 9° | 23° | 48 mm | 8 | 53% | 39% | 33° | -2° |
| June | 14° | 27° | 80 mm | 10 | 54% | 39% | 36° | 4° |
| July | 17° | 28° | 110 mm | 12 | 66% | 42% | 36° | 9° |
| August | 16° | 26° | 109 mm | 12 | 73% | 38% | 36° | 8° |
| September | 11° | 21° | 78 mm | 12 | 77% | 34% | 34° | -1° |
| October | 4° | 16° | 41 mm | 9 | 74% | 35% | 28° | -8° |
| November | -2° | 9° | 11 mm | 5 | 61% | 52% | 23° | -16° |
| December | -7° | 4° | 2.0 mm | 2 | 51% | 59% | 18° | -24° |
Station: PINGLIANG, 2 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.