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Pingwu County, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Pingwu County, Sichuan?
Pingwu County, Sichuan gets 759 mm of precipitation a year over about 159 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).
Humid continental climate
Pingwu County, Sichuan has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 23°C in August. May is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -9° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 1° | 15° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 9° | 22° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 2° | 15° |
How much rain does Pingwu County get?
Pingwu County gets 759 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 159 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 96% of China.
May is the wettest month, with 122 mm. December is the driest, with 4 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 21.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to January 16, 2024.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Pingwu County got 275 mm of rain, against a normal of 759 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 122 mm.
Pingwu County weather by month
Pingwu County weather in January
In January, Pingwu County averages a high of 7°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 22°C (2006) and the record low is -20°C (1991).
Pingwu County weather in February
In February, Pingwu County averages a high of 9°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 22% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2009) and the record low is -18°C (2008).
Pingwu County weather in March
In March, Pingwu County averages a high of 12°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 25°C (2015) and the record low is -17°C (1986).
Pingwu County weather in April
In April, Pingwu County averages a high of 16°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 16% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (1998) and the record low is -9°C (1983).
Pingwu County weather in May
In May, Pingwu County averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2004) and the record low is -4°C (2022).
Pingwu County weather in June
In June, Pingwu County averages a high of 20°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 29°C (2002) and the record low is -2°C (1980). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pingwu County weather in July
In July, Pingwu County averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 25% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is 1°C (1973). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pingwu County weather in August
In August, Pingwu County averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 21% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is -1°C (1971). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pingwu County weather in September
In September, Pingwu County averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 18% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 29°C (2008) and the record low is -2°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Pingwu County weather in October
In October, Pingwu County averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 10% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 27°C (2000) and the record low is -9°C (1986).
Pingwu County weather in November
In November, Pingwu County averages a high of 11°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 22°C (1987) and the record low is -18°C (1972).
Pingwu County weather in December
In December, Pingwu County averages a high of 8°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 19°C (2002) and the record low is -21°C (1975).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Pingwu County
December is the sunniest month in Pingwu County, with estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. October is the cloudiest, at 10%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 21% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Pingwu County is cloudier than 99% of China.
Humidity peaks in October at 87% and is lowest in May at 74%.
First and last freeze in Pingwu County
The first fall freeze in Pingwu County typically comes around October 3, and the last spring freeze around May 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 148 days.
Pingwu County weather records
These records cover SONGPAN during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Pingwu County station is 36°C, on May 29, 2004. The coldest is -21°C, on December 26, 1982.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 48 mm of precipitation, on October 4, 2021.
48 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Pingwu County
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -9°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 1°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 9°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 2°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11° | 7° | 6.9 mm | 5 | 76% | 31% | 22° | -20° |
| February | -7° | 9° | 13 mm | 7 | 80% | 22% | 21° | -18° |
| March | -3° | 12° | 36 mm | 13 | 78% | 20% | 25° | -17° |
| April | 1° | 16° | 74 mm | 16 | 78% | 16% | 28° | -9° |
| May | 4° | 18° | 122 mm | 20 | 74% | 20% | 36° | -4° |
| June | 8° | 20° | 119 mm | 21 | 75% | 19% | 29° | -2° |
| July | 9° | 23° | 99 mm | 17 | 80% | 25% | 31° | 1° |
| August | 9° | 23° | 85 mm | 15 | 81% | 21% | 32° | -1° |
| September | 7° | 19° | 107 mm | 17 | 86% | 18% | 29° | -2° |
| October | 2° | 14° | 79 mm | 18 | 87% | 10% | 27° | -9° |
| November | -4° | 11° | 15 mm | 7 | 84% | 20% | 22° | -18° |
| December | -9° | 8° | 4.1 mm | 3 | 79% | 34% | 19° | -21° |
Station: SONGPAN, 94 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.
Pingwu County climate questions
How much rain does Pingwu County get?
Pingwu County gets 759 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 159 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Pingwu County?
May is the wettest month in Pingwu County, with 122 mm. December is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Pingwu County have a year?
Pingwu County has about 159 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 21.
What is the hottest month in Pingwu County?
July is the warmest month in Pingwu County, with an average high of 23°C.
What is the coldest month in Pingwu County?
January is the coldest month in Pingwu County, with an average low of -11°C.
What is the record high temperature in Pingwu County?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Pingwu County station is 36°C, set on May 29, 2004. The record low is -21°C, on December 26, 1982.
What is the sunniest month in Pingwu County?
December is the sunniest month in Pingwu County, with estimated sunshine of 34% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. October is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Pingwu County?
The first fall freeze in Pingwu County typically comes around October 3. The last spring freeze is around May 8.
What is the best time to visit Pingwu County?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.